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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

Three boutique clinics in Ontario were identified using publicly available information. Comparatively, physicians in general practice were more likely to see patients for mental health, chronic disease, and preventive care. There was a higher rate of referrals to dermatology, surgery, and family practice from boutique clinics.

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Using EMR data to describe administrative workload of primary care providers in Nova Scotia, Canada [Secondary data analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

In addition, this province-specific investigation supports the use of EMR data to describe trends in administrative workload and informs the need for further analysis within national EMR data available through the Canadian Primary Care Sentinel Surveillance Network (CPCSSN) to understand pan-Canadian trends.

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Why are So Many Teens and 20-Somethings Today Anxiety-Ridden?

Doctor Rachel

I am a family practice doc who sees teens and 20-somethings daily in my practice. Our brains were not built to withstand the amount of constant information that is barrages us. You will now get monthly updates with information about living a full and vital life delivered straight to your inbox! Doctor Rachel

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AI Model Can Aid Physicians in Skin Cancer Diagnoses

Physician's Weekly

“PanDerm is a tool designed to work alongside clinicians, helping them interpret complex imaging data and make informed decisions with more confidence.” also from Monash University, said in a statement. ” Several authors disclosed ties to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

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FDA Approves Polypill Widaplik for Hypertension

Physician's Weekly

More Information Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. The new dose options available with Widaplik offer a treatment regimen that could benefit a broad range of patients, including those just starting treatment.” ” The approval of Widaplik was granted to George Medicines. All rights reserved.

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ADA: Weight Loss, Type 2 Diabetes Remission Up With Replacing Diet Drinks With Water

Physician's Weekly

” Press Release More Information Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. . “Our study highlights the importance of promoting water, not just low-calorie alternatives, as part of effective diabetes and weight management. It’s a small change with the potential for a big impact on long-term health outcomes.” All rights reserved.