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Family Practice: A more balanced, not just negative narrative based on data and evidence [Secondary data analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Concerns about family practice are well-founded, but also negatively biased. This can fuel poor impressions among medical students and dispirit practicing family physicians. The FMLS shows that 90% of FM residents are proud to become family physicians and 98% feel they make valuable contributions.

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Practice patterns of Ontario physicians working in 'boutique' medical clinics [Economic or policy analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

This study offers insight into the practice patterns of boutique clinic primary care physicians, as well as the estimated public costs of this business model in Ontario. Objective: Identify practice patterns of family physicians practicing within boutique clinics in Ontario. Study Design and Analysis.

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Association between family medicine residents practice intentions and their initial professional activities [Secondary data analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Amidst the ongoing crisis in family medicine (FM) in Canada, there is an increased need to gauge the future practice patterns of family physicians (FPs). Examining the intentions of FM learners provides insight into the future practice behaviors of FPs.

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Improving the Workplace … and More!

Faithful MD

Earlier this year, I was one of five family physicians chosen to join the multi-specialty national WEL Alliance. As a WEL Scholar, I joined 49 other physician leaders for an 18-month immersion experience exploring three intertwined facets of life and work: leadership, equity… Source First, Gratitude!

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

You might see searches like: Primary care internist Medicine GP Internist vs general practitioner Difference between internist and GP In many practices, internal medicine vs family practice depends on your age, health needs, and personal preference. Can an Internist Be a Primary Care Provider?