Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

A 2019 AFP editorial provided more guidance for estimating and having conversations about life expectancy with older patients. ** This post first appeared on the AFP Community Blog. times more likely to develop urinary or sexual complications, 2.78

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care Internal medicine plays a central role in adult health, especially when it comes to prevention, diagnosis, and long-term care. Let’s explore the meaning and function of internal medicine and its importance in keeping adults healthy through all stages of life.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

MAY 31, 2022

have 19% lower odds of prematurely dying if they have a primary care provider compared to those who only seek medical specialists for their care. This is why you must do a little research before you make a decisive stance on which doctor you choose. Which Is Better: Internal Medicine or Family Medicine?

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Common Sense Family Doctor

MAY 16, 2025

My article concluded: When reviewing colorectal cancer screening test choices with patients, family physicians can continue to recommend annual or biennial FIT as a comparable option to colonoscopy. But an analysis published this week in the Annals of Internal Medicine indicates that it does not.

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