Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: The Transitional Care Management (TCM) clinic visit is a uniquely billed visit type to review a recently discharged patient’s hospital course, reconcile medications, and continue ongoing workup. Population Studied: Inpatients were referred if they were being discharged from the Family Medicine service to home.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Setting or Dataset: Data includes secondary data gathered through Epic electronic medical records system as well as primary data collected from physicians, APPs, and staff working in the MU. Results: We observed an increase in telehealth visits from 4% to 9% and uptake of ambient documentation by 9 of 10 providers during a pilot period.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Evidence suggests that it begins during medical training, persisting into practice. The Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education has mandated incorporation of wellness curricula into all residencies, although there is limited data related to intervention effectiveness. Context: Physician burnout continues to rise.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The electronic health records are stored in the American Family Cohort, the largest national United States primary care database. Outcome Measures: The primary outcome was the first date of CDC-recommended medication administered within 30-days. treatment rates, respectively.

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Family Medicine Austin

JUNE 6, 2025

Managing these chronic conditions often requires more than just medication; it calls for a holistic approach that addresses the whole person. Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, disrupting daily life with symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, and digestive issues.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

To prepare family medicine (FM) residents for OUD care post graduation, it is critical they receive robust residency training in OUD diagnosis and management. It included training in OUD diagnosis and management with modules, medication assisted therapy (MAT) clinics, inpatient addiction psychiatry rotations and didactic lectures.

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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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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications. Blood pressure is logged as two figures, such as 120/80 mmHg.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications. Blood pressure is logged as two figures, such as 120/80 mmHg.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Older adults frequently use primary care services, and family physicians exhibit differences in their knowledge and skills to care for older patients. Some family physicians pursue added training or focus their medical practice to increasingly care for older adults, which may influence quality of care and patient outcomes.

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The Health Policy Exchange

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Our residency, formerly a collaboration with Providence Hospital, is now known as the Medstar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Center Family Medicine Residency Program. What hasn't changed is that our family medicine residents remain excited about health policy and advocacy. I stepped down as director of the Robert L.

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Center for Family Medicine

JUNE 27, 2025

Individuals with chronic pain must manage the symptoms to efficiently navigate everyday life. Managing chronic pain can be challenging and frustrating. If the chronic pain stems from an existing medical condition, the doctor may refer the patient to a pain specialist. What can you do about it?

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

At Mesa Family Physicians, we believe that preventing illness is always better than treating it. As your trusted healthcare providers in Mesa, Arizona, we’re committed to helping you understand and access the preventive services that can keep you and your family healthy for years to come.

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Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

MAY 15, 2025

During the session, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians actively represented the interests of its members on a range of healthcare initiatives. The process is aimed at expediting access to prenatal care by allowing eligible women to receive Medicaid coverage and necessary medical services within the first trimester.

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Concierge Choice Physicians

MARCH 24, 2025

Wayne Lipton, CCP Managing Partner ​America’s trust in medical professionals is dwindling, according to Gallup’s annual professions rating , dropping from a high of 67% in 2021 to just 53% in 2024. For medical professionals and those working in healthcare, the article was grim. But what can be done?

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

A recent study offers recommendations on how to balance weight loss goals and bone health concerns in weight management programs for older adults. Given practical constraints in many healthcare settings, who are the minimum essential team members for multidisciplinary management of weight loss in older adults?

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Edge Family Medicine

JUNE 23, 2025

after brushing teeth or checking email) Add slices of lemon, cucumber, or mint to your water for variety Make hydration a family challenge or daily goal What About Overhydration? Older adults are at higher risk due to reduced thirst signals, medications, and chronic conditions. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty. Plan ahead.

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The Medical Futurist

MAY 12, 2025

Think of the medical tricorder from Star Trek—a handheld marvel that turns uncertainty into clarity with a simple scan. Disclaimer: As always, The Medical Futurist is not affiliated with the company, the review is not sponsored, and it reflects my opinion. While we’re not quite there yet, one new gadget brings us surprisingly close.

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Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

AUGUST 28, 2024

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians invites medical professionals in the state to register now for the 2024 Fall Forum scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, December 14, and Sunday, December 15. The event focuses on the latest clinical practices, innovations in healthcare, and topics trending in the field of family medicine.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Population Studied: Family physicians, respirologists, allergists, respiratory therapists, and respiratory researchers from within and outside of UPLEARN were purposively sampled to participate on the e-Delphi panel.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 26, 2024

Finding a great family doctor can be a daunting task given the critical role they play in our health and well-being. A family doctor is often your main healthcare provider tasked with everything from routine check-ups to chronic disease management. Reach out to us at Hitchcock Family Medicine.

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A Country Doctor Writes

JUNE 3, 2025

Ironically, back when we were jumping through the hoops of Patient Centered Medical Home recognition, we got zero credit for squeezing sick patients into our schedule the same day they called - we qualified only if we had at least one “acute” slot designated in our daily schedule, even if nobody used it. That can be really bad.

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Permanente Medicine

APRIL 16, 2025

Affiliation will allow groups to drive high-value care and innovation PORTLAND, ORE, April 16, 2025 – Oregon-based Northwest Permanente (NWP) and The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) of Northern California announced a formal affiliation today. Most transactions are largely focused on size, scale, and finance.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

DECEMBER 27, 2024

While many of these can be managed at home, others require professional attention. Knowing when to see family care physicians is essential for ensuring your child's health and preventing complications. Symptoms like runny noses, mild fevers, and coughs are usually manageable with rest and hydration.

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Center for Family Medicine

APRIL 14, 2025

Finding ways to manage pain that are both effective and sustainable is possible. Non-opioid pain relief Analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ) are readily available over the counter and effectively manage mild to moderate pain. Finding relief requires practical, adaptable strategies that can be managed at home.

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Plum Health

JUNE 9, 2025

Donovan Ogboh is a Family Medicine Doctor in Detroit Michigan Dr. Donovan Ogboh is a board-certified family medicine physician with a dedicated interest in preventive care, sports medicine, pediatric care, women’s health, and the ongoing management of chronic conditions.

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Vida Family Medicine

JUNE 26, 2025

Being told you have pre-diabetes can feel overwhelming, but there’s good news: food is one of the most powerful tools you can use to manage your blood sugar. At Vida Family Medicine, I’ve helped hundreds of patients improve their blood sugar without extreme dieting or cutting out the foods they love. What is Pre-Diabetes?

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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. Food and Drug Administration recently moved to regulate health apps that act as medical devices (e.g., Kenny Lin, MD, MPH Director, Robert L. Phillips, Jr.

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Mere Mortal MD

MAY 25, 2025

There are things we can do to help prevent the blood pressure dropping, like abdominal binders and compression stocking that hold blood into their veins when they sit up, as well as medications to raise the blood pressure. Does the patient have any other medical issues that affect the ability to sit up and be out of bed, like pressure ulcers?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

However, it is unknown how such interventions affect medical assistants who are often responsible for carrying out these activities and may have personally experienced social barriers to health. Setting or Dataset Participants were employed in 5 urban Colorado hospital-owned family medicine clinics.

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California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

MAY 14, 2025

Clinics would receive reimbursement at the applicable Medi-Cal Fee Schedule rate in the fee-for-service delivery system and at the applicable negotiated rate between a Medi-Cal managed care plan and the clinic in the managed care delivery system. Additionally, establishes minimum rebate requirements for HIV/AIDS and cancer drugs.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A family care doctor can greatly assist your family. They can provide essential medical care, help you coordinate ongoing treatments, and serve as important support throughout your life. Understanding why having a family care doctor is important for all ages and the benefits they provide is crucial.

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Priority Physicians

JANUARY 20, 2025

member login CONTACT US About Us Concierge Medicine Services Our Physicians Locations Member Login Contact Us L Orthopedic Pain Management: When to Skip the Specialist January 21, 2025 Orthopedic pain management is a guessing game. Knowing where and how to get treated is challenging. Say you’ve sprained your ankle ice skating.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Social determinants of health (SDOH) significantly impact health outcomes more than medical care alone, yet their integration into decision-making is inconsistent. Understanding SDOH documentation in electronic health records (EHRs) is crucial for care management to improve patient outcomes and mitigate health inequities.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Diabetes management (DM) for patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) can be hindered by non-medical, health-related social needs. family medicine, general internal medicine, endocrinology) affiliated with an academic medical center serving a diverse population in a mid-western metropolitan area.

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Center for Family Medicine

MARCH 28, 2025

Easing arthritis pain is easier said than done, but is possible with natural and medical treatments. Medication and physical therapy If lifestyle changes cannot reduce pain significantly, pain management is a useful tool. Use pain medication wisely, considering any current medication or preexisting health conditions.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Results/Findings Information management is central to health care delivery, but often not valued or actively supported. Within primary care most administrative work requires both information management and clinical judgment. Therefore, we developed a typology as part of the analysis.

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