The Role of Diet in Allergy Management: Guidance from Family Medicine Austin
Family Medicine Austin
JUNE 9, 2025
While medications can help manage these symptoms, many people are exploring how diet can play a pivotal role in allergy management.
How to Manage Chronic Diseases for a Healthier Life: Expert Tips from Edge Family Medicine
Edge Family Medicine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Taking Control of Your Health with Chronic Disease Management Chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD can be challenging, but at Edge Family Medicine , we specialize in helping patients regain control of their health. With more knowledge comes better control and confidence in managing your health.
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Beyond Antibiotics: Family Medicine Austin’s Innovative Approaches to UTI Prevention
Family Medicine Austin
JUNE 27, 2025
While antibiotics remain an essential treatment option, at Family Medicine Austin, we believe in taking a comprehensive approach to UTI prevention and management.
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Managing Joint Pain Naturally: A Holistic Approach
Edge Family Medicine
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
At Edge Family Medicine, we help patients in Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, and Montclair manage joint pain with holistic, evidence-based strategies. tennis, heavy weightlifting) Get expert guidance from Edge Family Medicine. A diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods can help manage pain naturally. Contact Edge Family Medicine.
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Integrative Approaches to Managing Gastrointestinal Health: Combining Traditional and Alternative Therapies
Family Medicine Austin
JUNE 13, 2025
Traditionally, gastrointestinal issues have been managed with medications and dietary modifications. […] The post Integrative Approaches to Managing Gastrointestinal Health: Combining Traditional and Alternative Therapies appeared first on Family Medicine Austin.
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Enhancing Primary Care: The Role of Occupationnal Therapy in Chronic Pain Self-Management [Pain management]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Necessary healthcare services to manage chronic pain remain difficult to access in primary care. Occupational therapists play a central role in supporting patients in the adoption and daily use of pain self-management strategies and in learning how to adapt to their chronic condition to maintain their quality of life.
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How inspiration and family stories shape our most meaningful moments
KevinMD
JUNE 21, 2025
“You two always manage Read more… How inspiration and family stories shape our most meaningful moments originally appeared in KevinMD.com. The dinner plates had been cleared and a lazy instrumental playlist drifted through the background.
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Transitional Care Management care team impact on no-show rates to hospital discharge appointments [Patient education/adherence]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Context: The Transitional Care Management (TCM) clinic visit is a uniquely billed visit type to review a recently discharged patient’s hospital course, reconcile medications, and continue ongoing workup. Population Studied: Inpatients were referred if they were being discharged from the Family Medicine service to home.
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Advancing Primary Care through a Model Unit for Innovative Practice Enhancement [Practice management and organization]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Intervention/Instrument: In its first phase, the MU incorporated three interventions tailored specifically to its context: nurse-led hypertension management, integration of blocks of telehealth consultations into routine clinician schedules, and a pilot of an ambient documentation system to supplant clinician-generated visit notes.
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Lowering High Blood Pressure with Edge Family Medicine: Your Guide to a Healthier Life
Edge Family Medicine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Introduction: Taking Control of Your Blood Pressure At Edge Family Medicine, our priority is your overall well-being. Our dedicated team provides personalized guidance to help you improve your cardiovascular health Learn more about General Health & Wellness services at Edge Family Medicine. Why Choose Us?
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Evaluating the Impact of Structured Sleep Medicine Lecture Series in Family Medicine Residents [Education and training]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Family medicine residencies typically provide minimal didactic exposure to sleep medicine. The study aims to identify improvements in residents' ability to manage sleep disorders and assess interest in pursuing further specialization. Surveys covered confidence, competency, and knowledge in managing sleep disorders.
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Managing Seasonal Allergies: Natural and Medical Solutions for Relief
Edge Family Medicine
MARCH 12, 2025
Managing seasonal allergies is a challenge for millions each year. Reducing Exposure to Allergens Minimizing contact with allergens is one of the most effective ways to manage seasonal allergies. At Edge Family Medicine , we offer personalized allergy treatment plans tailored to your specific symptoms and triggers.
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Understanding Primary Care Inbox Management: A Qualitative Study of Patient Message Prioritization and Inbox Workflow [Practice management and organization]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Objective Our goal was to examine how message prioritization (as distinct from categorization) occurs in primary care, and to understand the approaches primary care clinicians deployed for managing their inbox workflows. Study Design Semi-structured interviews and inbox work observations at MedStar Health.
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Do Wellness Interventions During Residency Impact Burnout of Family Physicians 3 Years into Practice? [Education and training]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Study Design and Analysis: A prospective cohort of family medicine residency graduates was surveyed about burnout and combined with their residency program director responses about residency workload or "culture of wellness" (residency organizational- and individual-level curricula).
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A Mixed Studies Literature Review on Mental Health Perceived Needs of Family Physicians in Infectious Catastrophes [Education and training]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Family physicians' pivotal role in prevention and crisis management exposes them to mental stressors due to the highly demanding circumstances. Objectives: To synthesize current knowledge about the perceived needs of family physicians regarding their mental health during infectious catastrophes. Context: Catastrophes (e.g.,
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Celebrating Ten Years of ECHO Ontario Chronic Pain and Opioid Stewardship [Pain management]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Context Chronic pain is a common, complex, and costly condition that is managed primarily in primary care in Canada. The goal of ECHO Pain is to educate, support, and improve chronic pain and opioid management in Ontario’s rural, remote, and underserved areas.
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Why in the World Would Primary Care Practices Participate in Weight Management? [Obesity, exercise and nutrition]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Clinicians and patients identify primary care settings as ideal for addressing weight management. Implementation of weight management approaches can be challenging, however, for many reasons such as inadequate training, comfort with addressing behavior change, and reimbursement. Intervention/Instrument: Semi-structured interview guide.
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The Impact of a Health Professions Education Program on Concussion Management: A Multi-Methods Study of ECHO Concussion [Neurologic illness]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Concussion management is complex: variable onset of symptoms, urban/rural disparities, and the many professionals involved in case management. ECHO Concussion was launched in 2019 to teach clinicians a comprehensive approach to concussion diagnosis and management.
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Unleashing the Potential of Primary Care Nurses in Chronic Pain Management: A Delphi Study on Priority Activities [Health care services, delivery, and financing]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Relevant primary care nursing activities for CP management remain poorly defined, limiting the full utilization of nurses' competencies and expertise in chronic disease management. Objective: To identify and prioritize nursing activities for chronic pain management in primary care by adopting nurse and patient perspectives.
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Intervention Strategies for Management of Comorbid Depression Among Individuals With Hypertension: A Scoping Review [Cardiovascular disease]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Background: Hypertension and depression frequently co-occur, complicating patient management and worsening outcomes. This scoping review aims to systematically map non-pharmacological interventions for managing comorbid hypertension and depression, providing insights into current practices and guiding future research.
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Utilization of Treatment for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea in the Primary Care Setting Using the American Family Cohort [Infectious diseases (not respiratory tract)]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The electronic health records are stored in the American Family Cohort, the largest national United States primary care database. Efforts are needed to develop management plans for better quality of STI-related care and health equity. Setting or Dataset: Electronic health records from the PRIME Registry, years 2018-2022.
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Development of a ChatGPT-Powered Crisis and Suicidal Ideation Management Module for an HIV Self-Management Chatbot [Infectious diseases (not respiratory tract)]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Background MARVIN is a chatbot promoting self-management of medication among people with HIV (PWH) and currently providing support for medication adherence and HIV-related general knowledge. PWH face significant stigma and mental health challenges (e.g.,
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Feasibility of the Diabetes Self-Management Coaching Program for Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes in Primary Care. [Diabetes and endocrine disease]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Diabetes Self-management Coaching is an emergent, client-centered, solution-focused approach to enhancing self-efficacy and self-care behavior. There is no effective self-management support program for individuals in the PC setting of low-income countries like Ethiopia.
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When the diagnosis is personal: What my mother’s Alzheimer’s taught me about healing
KevinMD
JUNE 12, 2025
I’ve spent my career as a neurologist diagnosing and managing neurodegenerative diseases. I’ve counseled families through heartbreaking prognoses, navigated complex care plans, and educated patients about conditions like Alzheimer’s disease.
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Pain-Related Medication in Adults with Intellectual Disability: a systematic review [Pain management]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Intervention/Instrument: No intervention; study included if reported any analgesic or non-analgesic medication used to manage pain or treat a painful condition. Population Studied: Adults (≥18 years old) with ID. Measures: Varied by study design; self/carer-report or electronic health records (EHR).
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Secondary analysis of the SHaPED trial: shifting away from opioids to simple analgesics for emergency care of low back pain [Pain management]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Objective: To determine the effects of the SHaPED intervention on the use of non-opioid pain medicines in the management of low back pain in emergency departments. However, the original analyses did not look if the decrease in opioid use led to a greater use of the recommended analgesics (e.g. non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-NSAIDs).
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Enhancing primary healthcare capacity : A qualitative study from the perspective of managers of PHC institutions in China [Health care services, delivery, and financing]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Objective: The aim of this study is to explore how to enhance primary healthcare capacity in China from the perspective of managers of primary health care institutions. The ecological environment of primary healthcare can be divided into three categories: health policies, the institution's endogenous resources, and exogenous resources.
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Cardiovascular risk management of patients with depression in Dutch general practices [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
In the Netherlands GPs are also responsible for cardiovascular risk management (CVRM), for which a guideline is made. Objective: To investigate whether the cardiovascular risk management of Dutch GPs differs in patients with and without depression. Outcome Measures: Registration of cardiovascular risk management.
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First impressions happen online—not in your exam room
KevinMD
JUNE 16, 2025
Now ask a trusted friend or family member—ideally someone who fits your ideal patient profile—to do the same. If you’re a physician or practice owner, here’s a challenge: open a browser and Google yourself. What do they see? Do you show up in the top three listings? Are there recent reviews with 4+ stars?
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Evaluating the Impact of Data Visualization with China-PAR on Hypertension Management in Primary Care: A Pilot Study [Hypertension]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Objective This study aims to investigate the impact of data visualization using China-PAR on managing hypertension among primary care patients. Although data visualization is gaining traction in the hypertension, its use in health education and information dissemination is still underutilized.
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Integrative Lifestyle Strategies for Autoimmune Health: Personalized Plans
Family Medicine Austin
JUNE 6, 2025
Managing these chronic conditions often requires more than just medication; it calls for a holistic approach that addresses the whole person. Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, disrupting daily life with symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, and digestive issues.
The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reversing Early Chronic Disease
Edge Family Medicine
JANUARY 9, 2025
A Health Revolution with Lifestyle Medicine At Edge Family Medicine, we recognize the transformative power of lifestyle medicine in reversing early-stage chronic diseases. As a leading family medical practice in Upland, CA, we champion evidence-based approaches that empower patients to take control of their health.
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Bup-ing Up Residency: A Dose of Change for OUD Care [Education and training]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
To prepare family medicine (FM) residents for OUD care post graduation, it is critical they receive robust residency training in OUD diagnosis and management. It included training in OUD diagnosis and management with modules, medication assisted therapy (MAT) clinics, inpatient addiction psychiatry rotations and didactic lectures.
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Cannabis for pain management among women of reproductive age in Pennsylvania. [Pain management]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Context Persistent pain is a frequent, complex health concern, often refractory to treatment. Despite limited research evidence, many patients perceive cannabis as a worthwhile alternative treatment for pain. Objective To assess the use and perceived usefulness of medical cannabis for pain care.
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Physician focused practice and added competence on primary care quality for older adults: A propensity score-matched study [Geriatrics]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Context: Older adults frequently use primary care services, and family physicians exhibit differences in their knowledge and skills to care for older patients. Some family physicians pursue added training or focus their medical practice to increasingly care for older adults, which may influence quality of care and patient outcomes.
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Family-Based Interventions to Promote Weight Management in Adults: Results From a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial in India [Original Research]
Annals of Family Medicine
MARCH 24, 2025
BACKGROUND We evaluated the effectiveness of a structured family-based cardiovascular health promotion intervention model in improving weight management among adults. METHODS We conducted an open label, cluster randomized controlled trial ( ClinicalTrials.gov NCT02771873 ) with families serving as the unit of intervention.
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Do compensation models affect family physician job satisfaction?: Scoping review
Canadian Family Physician
JUNE 16, 2025
Objective To explore how factors associated with various compensation models affect job satisfaction of family physicians. Data sources Three databases were searched (Web of Science, Embase, and MEDLINE) with 3 keywords (MeSH headings) used: family physician, payment model , and job satisfaction.
AAFP Represents Members During 2025 Legislative Session
Alabama Academy of Family Physicians
MAY 15, 2025
During the session, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians actively represented the interests of its members on a range of healthcare initiatives. Pharmacy benefits managers would be prohibited under this bill from barring disclosure of information by pharmacists to consumers about drug costs and alternative drugs for treatment.
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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda
Integrated Care News by CFHA
APRIL 16, 2025
At the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA), we see your agenda aligning with ours in powerful ways. It moves away from fragmented systems, provides alternatives to medication-only treatment paths, and leads patients to practical pathways for healing—whether for anxiety, diabetes management, depression, or addiction.
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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide
Mesa Family Physician
MARCH 13, 2025
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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Coach McLungsSM, Facilitating Shared Decision Making for Asthma - Patients and Caregivers Perspectives [Health care informatics]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Context: Asthma is a prevalent chronic disease that is difficult to manage and associated with marked disparities in outcomes. Results: As of 3/25/24, 189 families have completed the survey. Overall satisfaction with Coach McLungsSM is highly positive, with 89% of families reporting it as extremely or very helpful.
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Maryland's Primary Care Program: incremental progress or breakthrough?
The Health Policy Exchange
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
Our residency, formerly a collaboration with Providence Hospital, is now known as the Medstar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Center Family Medicine Residency Program. What hasn't changed is that our family medicine residents remain excited about health policy and advocacy. I stepped down as director of the Robert L.
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Important Outcomes for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: The Patients Perspective [Diabetes and endocrine disease]
Annals of Family Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Setting: Academic family medicine clinic in Edmonton, Canada. Family physicians who practiced at the clinic were eligible to take part. Family physicians who practiced at the clinic were eligible to take part. Qualitative thematic analysis using constant comparative technique was used for patient focus group data.
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Managing High Blood Pressure with Medication and Lifestyle
Imperial Center Family Medicine
JUNE 9, 2025
Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications. Blood pressure is logged as two figures, such as 120/80 mmHg.
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