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Behavioral Health Provider Perspectives on the Integration of Behavioral Health into Primary Care [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) is a model in which medical and behavioral health providers work together to provide whole person care, usually in primary care settings. Despite success in some community health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers, IBH is not widely implemented in other settings.

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Clap Outs

Mere Mortal MD

Friday was a special day at the rehabilitation hospital as we had what’s called a “clap out.” Often these patients get so ill at the acute hospital they develop multi-system organ failure, meaning that every organ was damaged in the process of their disease. How much does the patient weigh?

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How to Manage Chronic Diseases for a Healthier Life: Expert Tips from Edge Family Medicine

Edge Family Medicine

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. Common chronic diseases include diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and gastrointestinal issues.

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Deprescribing Super Special III: Constance Fung, Emily McDonald, Amy Linsky, and Michelle Odden

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Its another deprescribing super special on today’s GeriPal Podcast, where we delve into the latest research on deprescribing medications prescribed to older adults. This study underscores the power of patient education in promoting safer medication use.

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Types of Allergy Testing Different types of tests are available depending on your symptoms, medical history, and preferences. While convenient, they may not be as accurate as those done in a medical setting. Let your provider know about any medications or recent illnesses. Can Blood Pressure Affect Allergy Testing?

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GeriPal Special: Hopes and Worries for Hospice and Palliative Care

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary We have a special extra podcast this week. Transcript Eric: Hey, GeriPal listeners, this is a GeriPal special episode. We deepen ourselves into the fabric of care and we make healthcare work for people who are seriously ill. Attendee 9: Early integration of palliative care in medical education.

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Deprescribing Super Special Part II: Podcast with Elizabeth Bayliss, Ariel Green, and Kevin McConeghy

GeriPal

A year ago we did our first “Deprescribing Super Special”. My take home from this is that while the most preferred explanation for deprescribing statins and sedative-hypnotics is one focused on the risk of side effects, we also need to individualize it to the patient and the medication that they are taking. That’s huge! Right, Alex?