Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

of Canadians were at greater risk of chronic diseases due to their BMI, including type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and hypertension. Setting The North of Lanaudière University Family Medicine Group (U-FMG) Intervention Upon referral from their family doctor, patients attend a group course on nutrition and metabolic health.

Family Medicine 130

Family Medicine DO Nurse Practitioner Family 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Early identification and intervention in behavioral aspects of chronic diseases leads to improved function with decreased healthcare utilization, yet we know little about referral patterns for behavioral support of chronic disease. 88% (n= 11,483) of BH referrals were created for the management of a mental health condition.

Referral 130

Referral Chronic Condition Medical Illness 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Results: The proportion of patients with a premium billed for diabetes or hypertension was highest in small urban areas, but lower amongst patients with SMI across all three geographic settings, with particularly low values in metro.

Chronic Disease Management 130

Chronic Disease Management Chronic Disease Illness Management 130

GeriPal

JANUARY 18, 2024

Have you had a family history of substance use disorder? Eric: This comes down to also like, if I find… As an oncologist, somebody has very high hypertension, is it my role to control that hypertension? And they ask questions like, have you used substances? Most of our population has trauma. Most oncologists would say no.

Illness 136

Illness Patient-Centered Screening Clinic 136

Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

Family medicine is neither the most prestigious nor the highest paid medical profession. GPs Are the Backbone of Effective Healthcare Systems Countries with a stronger focus on primary care and family medicine, rather than on hospitals and specialists, enjoy better health, 1 , 2 lower health inequalities, 2 , 3 and prevent hospitalizations.

Family Physician 130

Family Physician Family Families GP 130

GeriPal

OCTOBER 17, 2024

If it’s continuing and it’s getting worse and maybe they have some swelling in the legs, there are some subtle findings on the echo, but really think for a second, could this be this really common cardiovascular condition, echocardiogram, maybe even a referral to a cardiologist? A pill organizer, having family.

Primary Care 113

Primary Care Patient-Centered IT Patients 113