article thumbnail

An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

At the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA), we see your agenda aligning with ours in powerful ways. If your vision for health in America is about access, dignity, and truly holistic care, then integrated care should be at the heart of your Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) platform. Let me explain.

article thumbnail

New Report: U.S. Primary Care System Crumbling Amid Historic Disinvestment and Surge in Chronic Diseases

The Physicians Foundation

Scorecard with National and State Level Data Reveals Workforce Shortages, Low Primary Care Reimbursement, and Reduced Patient Access to Vital Services February 18, 2025 – As the nation faces a widespread surge in chronic diseases, the third Primary Care Scorecard highlights how systemic disinvestment in U.S.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Welcome Dr. Ruffo

OCFM

Notice of Privacy Policy

article thumbnail

How Your Emotional Health Impacts Blood Pressure

Imperial Center Family Medicine

It’s similar to revving a car engine for too long while staying still. So, look for more humor and playfulness when you can, such as taking the time to share funny moments with friends and family. Imperial Center Family Medicine’s team has extensive experience in devising blood pressure management plans that take a holistic approach.

article thumbnail

New South Family Medicine and MedSpa Offers Next Level Care

New South Family Medicine and MedSpa

Direct primary care offers you and your family top-notch health care, and so much more.like a high patient and provider satisfaction with an improved quality of care. The MedSpa at New South We keep patients looking great with a variety of NON-DPC services offered at New South Family Medicine and MedSpa.

DO 40
article thumbnail

NIH to Fund $10M in Long-Term Health Studies After Ohio Train Disaster

Physician's Weekly

“These funds would be a lifeline for many families who are still grappling with health concerns and some economic hardship,” she said. Andrew Whelton , a civil and environmental engineer at Purdue University who works with communities affected by disasters, said the money is necessary — and should have come sooner.

article thumbnail

Time to stop driving? Podcast with Emmy Betz and Terri Cassidy

GeriPal

Often the work of the certified driving rehab specialist is to assess the older drivers goals, assess prognosis for driving, and help the family navigate discussions around driving cessation (hmmm…sounds like an approach to family meetings). Were those people self referring, or family members calling you asking? Eric: Yeah.

Families 102