Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Intervention/Instrument: In its first phase, the MU incorporated three interventions tailored specifically to its context: nurse-led hypertension management, integration of blocks of telehealth consultations into routine clinician schedules, and a pilot of an ambient documentation system to supplant clinician-generated visit notes.

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Edge Family Medicine

JANUARY 9, 2025

A Health Revolution with Lifestyle Medicine At Edge Family Medicine, we recognize the transformative power of lifestyle medicine in reversing early-stage chronic diseases. As a leading family medical practice in Upland, CA, we champion evidence-based approaches that empower patients to take control of their health.

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The Health Policy Exchange

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Smartphone apps now include a variety of self-management tools for weight loss, physical activity, and chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes. Health Policy Fellowship Department of Family Medicine Georgetown University School of Medicine electrocardiogram) and would pose safety risks to patients if they malfunctioned.

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Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

JANUARY 24, 2022

Uncontrolled, elevated blood pressure is known as Hypertension. Longstanding hypertension affects your heart and can cause other health problems. The Cardiology/AHA 2017 defines hypertension as systolic of 130 mmHg and higher or diastolic of 80 mmHg and higher. What are some signs and symptoms of Hypertension?

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 24, 2025

Adding genetic testing to clinical familial hypercholesterolemia screening improves risk assessment, prognosis and helps to guide targeted therapy. Familial hypercholesterolemia is one subset of hypercholesterolemia. They also had a family history of heart disease, and their relatives had more severe cases of severe high cholesterol.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 18, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension for Diabetes (DASH4D) diet with lower sodium is tied to clinically meaningful blood pressure reduction in people with diabetes, according to a study published online June 9 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Pilla, M.D.,

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Permanente Medicine

JUNE 10, 2025

Improving access in adult and family medicine at TPMG by reducing appointment booking times by more than 33%. Reducing disparities in hypertension control between white and Black patients by 33% and in diabetes control between white and Latino patients by 25% at TPMG. million Kaiser Permanente members.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

People who were "not sure" if they had a family history of cancer also had lower odds of CRC screening test discussions compared to those who answered yes to a family history of cancer. Efforts to encourage people to understand their family history of cancer may also enhance CRC screening test conversations in primary care settings.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

High blood pressure, also dubbed hypertension , is a common health issue that can lead to severe problems if left uncontrolled. Work closely with your healthcare providers at Imperial Center Family Medicine to develop a treatment plan just for you.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

High blood pressure, also dubbed hypertension , is a common health issue that can lead to severe problems if left uncontrolled. Work closely with your healthcare providers at Imperial Center Family Medicine to develop a treatment plan just for you.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 19, 2025

Recognizing subtle symptoms of high blood pressure or hypertension early is paramount for mitigating associated health risks before complications develop. Vision loss may indicate retinopathy related to long-standing hypertension. Flushing may also suggest a surge in adrenaline , both a consequence of and contributor to hypertension.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Her academic interests include clinical problem solving, diagnostic reasoning, resident education, and pulmonary hypertension. She works closely with family medicine residents on their ICU rotation and is involved in creating their curriculum and weekly didactic sessions on general internal medicine, pulmonary, and ICU topics.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Chronic exposure has been associated with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, skin cancer, renal, bladder and lung cancers, polyneuropathy, and QT prolongation. Despite recommendations for routine screening, this is rarely done. Arsenic cannot be seen, tasted, or smelled. Dataset: Questionnaires for clinicians and patients via emailed surveys.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 5, 2025

Over time, this can cause persistent hypertension and extra strain on your cardiac system. So, look for more humor and playfulness when you can, such as taking the time to share funny moments with friends and family. The post How Your Emotional Health Impacts Blood Pressure appeared first on Imperial Center Family Medicine.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 12, 2025

You Can Tell You Have High Blood Pressure From How You Feel The reality is that high blood pressure (hypertension) is largely a “silent” condition. Imperial Center Family Medicine is here to help support your heart health with personalized blood pressure management guidance. Let’s take a look at some of these common myths.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 16, 2025

Without knowing you recently lost fluids, your provider may think those higher results mean you have hypertension. Imperial Center Family Medicine ’s healthcare providers want to make sure you know exactly what your blood pressure results reflect on any given day.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 16, 2025

Without knowing you recently lost fluids, your provider may think those higher results mean you have hypertension. Imperial Center Family Medicine ’s healthcare providers want to make sure you know exactly what your blood pressure results reflect on any given day.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

As we embark on Glaucoma Awareness Month, East Cary Family Physicians is unwavering in our commitment to highlight the pivotal role of vision health, with a special emphasis on the early detection of glaucoma. Family history: If you have a close relative with glaucoma, you may have an increased risk.

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Vascular Physician

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Imaging studies may also be used such as: CT scan Ultrasound Renal arteriography Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) Possible complications from RAS include: Chronic kidney disease Kidney failure Retaining fluid in your legs Shortness of breath Renal hypertension (high blood pressure) Peripheral artery disease What Happens If It Goes Untreated?

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

Many health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain cancers, can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms in their initial stages. These appointments aim to assess your overall health, identify potential risk factors, and detect any underlying health conditions that might be developing silently.

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Vascular Physician

JUNE 27, 2021

Reducing salt intake since a high salt diet may lead to hypertension or narrowing of arteries. Varicose veins run in the family for only 50% of all people who have them. Keeping your blood circulating with regular exercise or physical activity may alleviate some pain. Wearing compression stockings will help to keep blood from pooling.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

During this ED visit, the family notes that the child has had 1 week of vomiting whenever he eats. He also developed hypertension with bradycardia prompting surgical intervention. At that visit, his physical exam was normal. Symptoms typically evolve in the following days to weeks after rupture.

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GeriPal

MAY 11, 2023

I just thought there was so much we could learn and offer from every sense, from the clinical point of view, from the family point of view, from prevention, from treatment, epidemiology, et cetera. A lot of these are more vascular risk factors: hypertension, certainly; diabetes; obesity. One might argue they still are. Eric: Mm-hmm.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

However, at Mesa Family Physicians , we believe that preventive healthcare is the cornerstone of long-term wellness for our Mesa, Arizona community. Regular visits to your primary care physician at Mesa Family Physicians provide opportunities for early detection of potential health issues before they become serious problems.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? Internist vs Family Doctor: What’s the Difference? A common comparison is between an internist and a family doctor (or general practitioner).

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Edge Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Edge Family Medicine , serving Upland, Montclair, and Rancho Cucamonga , offers both telemedicine and in-person visits , ensuring you get the right care when you need it. When to Choose Telemedicine Routine follow-ups for chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or asthma. Why Choose Edge Family Medicine?

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A family pediatrician. It’s where you turn for regular check-ups, advice on staying healthy, and help with managing any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension. Your primary care doctor can also provide guidance on family planning, prenatal care, and hormone management during menopause. What is Primary Care?

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

The analysis controlled for menopausal hormone therapy, marital status, income, race, BMI, alcohol use, physical activity, diet, parity, and personal and family history of hypertension, diabetes, myocardial infarction, and stroke.

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Vascular Physician

DECEMBER 20, 2020

A few risk factors are listed below: Smoking Hypertension Family history Advanced age How many types of aneurysms are there? While the exact cause of aneurysm formation is not known, any process that weakens or destroys blood vessel integrity can contribute to aneurysm formation.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 16, 2024

From managing chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension to preventive care and health screenings, the clinic is known for providing patient-centered care. Royal Oak families trust the clinic for both pediatric and adult primary care, making it a true family-friendly option. What services does the clinic offer?

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GeriPal

JANUARY 16, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary Many older adults lose decision-making capacity during serious illnesses, and a significant percentage lack family or friends to assist with decisions. And there are no default pathways of family or friends to rely on and no known people who could potentially represent this person from within their inner circle.

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Edge Family Medicine

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Regular physical exams at Edge Family Medicine are essential for maintaining your health and well-being. At Edge Family Medicine , we prioritize early detection to provide timely care and prevent complications. The post The Importance of Regular Physical Exams appeared first on Edge Family Medicine.

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Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

Family medicine is neither the most prestigious nor the highest paid medical profession. GPs Are the Backbone of Effective Healthcare Systems Countries with a stronger focus on primary care and family medicine, rather than on hospitals and specialists, enjoy better health, 1 , 2 lower health inequalities, 2 , 3 and prevent hospitalizations.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 18, 2024

Have you had a family history of substance use disorder? Eric: This comes down to also like, if I find… As an oncologist, somebody has very high hypertension, is it my role to control that hypertension? And they ask questions like, have you used substances? Most of our population has trauma. Most oncologists would say no.

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GeriPal

JUNE 16, 2022

Alex: Today we are delighted to welcome Chrissy Kistler, who is a geriatrician researcher in the Department of Family Medicine and Vision of Geriatrics at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. The family asks you for an antibiotic and their goals are limited additional interventions. Alex: This is Alex Smith.

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GeriPal

JUNE 13, 2024

And the truth is we don’t want, I don’t want any patient or family to perceive that when Brera goes to see me, there’s a second interest, a second gain. Alex 24:58 I’m so glad you mentioned the family. I’m going to go tonight for dinner with the rest of the family. There’s something.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 26, 2023

And again, that can create a food desert, which can create health issues for patients and their families, so that’s an example of structural racism, but again, it’s baked into laws. Because we know- Sharon: Maybe diabetes and hypertension, which is so prominent in African Americans can impact your amyloid deposition.

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