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A Comprehensive Approach to the Opioid Crisis in Caldwell County, North Carolina [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

to a three day workshop and also invited an expert on community based opioid treatment programs to moderate the program. County governments are struggling to manage the opioid crisis. County budgets are strained as a result. It cost, on average, $800 every time a County EMS truck responds to a 911 call in the United States.

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Community Integration: Pushing the Boundaries for a Better World

Integrated Care News by CFHA

We must understand how the current policies impact access to care and identify policy-related barriers faced by our patients and families. Relevant educational resources should be disseminated, such as “A Guide for Families Affected by Crisis and Displacement” by Sesame Workshop , available in multiple languages.

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Increasing Primary Care Research Workforce and Output through T32 Primary Care Fellowship Training [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

CONTEXT Primary care (PC) is well-positioned to address rapidly evolving public health priorities and research meaningful to patients and other stakeholders. Culturally-competent, high-quality training is provided via coursework, seminars/workshops, and mentored, hands-on research. Research training is rate-limiting.

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Finding Joy in the Journey of this Medical Career

Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

Between administrative burdens, long hours, and the emotional weight of patient care, at times, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the joy that once drew us to this field. When did you feel good about a patient interaction. Consider: Adjusting your schedule to allow more time for patient interactions that energize you.

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Reflecting on the Success of the AAFP 2024 Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

During her time at Auburn University, Randall demonstrated her expertise as a Laboratory/Phlebotomy Assistant at the university’s medical clinic, where she honed her skills in patient sample collection and analysis, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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These Workshops Changed the Way I Look at Teeth

CDOCS

<p style="font-family:verdana"><span style="font-size:14px;">There were two reasons Dr. Richard Rosenblatt decided to come to the Charlotte CDOCS campus for four days and attend both Ortho workshops back-to-back, he wanted to find out more about SureSmile and to help a newly hired associate learn and grow.</span></p>

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A Call for Engagement Outside of the Exam Room

Physician's Weekly

There is robust data regarding the importance of patient connection and engagement in the hospital and clinic setting. Many of us are taught in medical school and residency the importance of patient communication on improving patient satisfaction scores, quality metrics, and professional fulfillment.