Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context Hypertension Canada recommends home blood pressure monitors (HBPM) for diagnosing and managing hypertension. Setting Kaye Edmonton Clinic Family Medicine Clinic and a hypertension research lab. However, 29% of HBPMs are inaccurate by 10 mmHg or more. Population Adults who own a HBPM. Cohen’s kappa was 0.39.

Hypertension 130

Hypertension Family Physician Family Medicine DO 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 Chronic Disease 130

East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

Early Detection of Health Issues: One of the primary benefits of regular health check-ups is early detection. Many health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain cancers, can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms in their initial stages.

Preventative Care 52

Preventative Care Preventive Care Mental Health Healthcare 52

Vascular Physician

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Ultrasound and CTA can also be utilized to evaluate blood flow through vessels and narrowing of arteries. 1) Mild symptoms should be managed conservatively with lifestyle changes, risk factor modifications (e.g., Thus, all pa-tients with PAD symptoms should be assessed for risk of cardiovascular disease. (4)

Referral 40

Referral Hypertension Primary Care Utilities 40