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Winning the Battle Against Obesity – Digital Health Visions

The Medical Futurist

Following protocol, Dr. Barlow, her general practitioner takes action. He provides Kate with a free, evidence-based app called MealMate, designed to assist in maintaining a healthy diet. In addition to the app, Kate’s doctor provides her with a health coupon code that grants a significant discount on a wearable sensor.

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Managing Type 2 diabetes requires more than just medication—it demands a long-term partnership with a skilled healthcare provider who understands your individual needs. Check Experience With Type 2 Diabetes Patients Not all endocrinologists or general practitioners have extensive experience with Type 2 diabetes.

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Q&A: Physicians Weigh Improvements in MASLD Treatment Against Gaps in Assessment Strategies

Physician's Weekly

Dr. Srivastava: This study is crucial because it provides robust evidence supporting weight loss as a primary intervention for MASLD. This is pivotal for both specialists and general practitioners as it reinforces the importance of weight management in treating liver diseases. PW: Why was it important to do this study?

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Didn’t Match into Residency.What are Some of my Options?

Aspiring Minority Doctor

While having these things can make life a bit easier and provide you with more practice options, they are not an absolute necessity. The umbrella of protection that residency provides is no longer available, and you have to be able to make quick decisions on your feet and balance a large number of patients in a given shift.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

How is it different from general practice? A common comparison is between an internist and a family doctor (or general practitioner). While both provide primary care , there are some key distinctions. Can an Internist Be a Primary Care Provider? And how does it support preventive care? What Is Internal Medicine?

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How a Family Care Physician Can Save Your Life

Hitchcock Family Medicine

A family care physician can provide pain relievers and some treatments for injuries. Comprehensive Care General practitioners provide a wide range of services. You may see your general practitioner for a referral to someone else, such as a psychologist, for a mental illness. Yet, it is an invaluable service.

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The importance of social connection: Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Thomas Cudjoe, & Carla Perissinotto

GeriPal

Check out some of their recent work, including: Dr. Holt-Lunstad’s and Dr. Perissinotto’s powerful perspective piece in the New England Journal of Medicine which provides a clinical framework for addressing loneliness and social isolation. Welcome back, Ashwin. Ashwin Kotwal: Excited to be back. Eric: Now, it’s interesting. All right.

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