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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

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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"Survival Mode": Experiences of moral distress in Canadian primary care professionals during and after the COVID-19 pandemic [COVID-19]

Annals of Family Medicine

The moral distress experienced by primary care professionals during the pandemic has not been discussed in the extensive literature on health system functioning during the pandemic. Setting: Two group family medicine practices in Ontario and Alberta, Canada.

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Planning scale-up of integrated care programs for people with complex needs: a multiple case study [Dissemination and implementation research]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population studied: Key informants involved in the implementation: people with complex needs (n = 2), managers (n = 17), hospital case manager (n = 1), case managers in primary care clinics (n = 14), project managers (n = 2), physicians in charge of participating clinics (n = 4), and other healthcare professionals (n = 2).

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and treatment options that suit your lifestyle. If you suspect environmental triggers, you can even learn how to test allergens in your home to further limit exposure. What Happens After Testing? Allergy testing can help bring clarity and control to your health.

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The Importance of Diabetic Retina Exams: Safeguarding Vision in the Face of Diabetes

Family Physicians of Greeley

The eyes are particularly vulnerable to the effects of diabetes, and routine exams play a pivotal role in preventing and managing diabetic retinopathy, a serious eye condition that can lead to vision impairment or even blindness. These changes can result in vision loss if not detected and managed promptly.

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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

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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Advanced Pain Management in Cancer: Janet Abrahm

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Have you had difficulty managing a particular type of cancer pain? Janet Abrahm is one of the world’s experts in pain and symptom management for patients with cancer joins us to talk about (among other things): Ketamine for hyperalgesia and allodynia, how to treat dissociative side effects. Summary Transcript Summary. Janet: Thank you.