Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Patient interviews, providing qualitative information to augment study findings. In-person visits are preferred by patients, however, because of the direct interaction with their providers. Context: Prenatal care can be difficult for patients to accomplish, with frequent visits and time-sensitive health screenings.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objective: By investigating the utilization of primary care resources, the authors hope to assess the efficacy of current approaches, better inform future public health initiatives, and improve health outcomes in this medically marginalized community. Results: All hypotheses were supported.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Study Design and Analysis: Mixed-methods study utilizing an in-person survey. Surveys were conducted in the exam room immediately before or after an appointment with a provider. At the same time, only 48% of patients said they feel positively about healthcare providers asking about their spiritual health.

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Rao Doctor

MAY 25, 2025

A CT-angiogram of the heart, commonly referred to as cardiac CT angiography, is a sophisticated imaging technique that utilizes computed tomography (CT) technology to visualize the arteries of the heart, called the coronary arteries and assess blood flow within the heart.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Qualitative and quantitative data pertaining to provider self-efficacy, satisfaction, knowledge, and practice change have been rigorously collected since its inception. Methods We adopted a multi-method study design, where qualitative and quantitative components of this study were conducted.

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AMMD

JUNE 17, 2025

Whole, nutrient-dense foods can provide many of the vitamins and minerals your thyroid needs to function optimally. Chronic Stress Stress triggers the release of cortisol, a hormone that directly blocks the conversion of inactive thyroid hormone (T4) into its active form (T3).(1) It also protects the thyroid from oxidative stress.

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Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

MAY 15, 2025

These funds could be utilized for various purposes, including direct care, operational expenses, and facility maintenance or upgrades. Sponsored by Representative David Faulkner, the bill aims to provide more affordable health coverage options for farmers and self-employed agricultural workers who lack access to employer-sponsored plans.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Data for this investigation were sourced from a community-based approach, utilizing information from CHS, which integrates data from community sources and hospitals. Conclusions: It is imperative to provide specialized care for immigrant populations to enhance the management of chronic diseases and mitigate further morbidity risks.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Study Design and Analysis This study utilized data from NHANES 2011-2019 to calculate two ASCVD risk scores for each eligible individual: one using the race-based PCE and the other using the race-agnostic PREVENT equation. Each individual was separated into clinically significant risk categories of <7.5%, 7.5-10%, 10%, and >10%.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Currently, only 43% of doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs) nationwide offer osteopathic manipulative treatments (OMT), with half of them providing OMT to ≤5% of their patients. Objective: This study investigates provider attitudes toward OMT and identifies barriers to referrals to address the unmet patient demand.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Outcome Measures an inaccurate HBPM was defined as providing a blood pressure reading ≥ 10 mmHg different than the T-Connector or dual observer auscultation methods. there appears to be reasonable utility for using a T-Connector to qualitatively declare a HBPM to be inaccurate for its user. Cohen’s kappa was 0.39.

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Integrated Care News by CFHA

MAY 8, 2025

Evidence-based strategies for increasing vaccine uptake A recent systematic review provides an overview of evidence-based strategies for increasing vaccine uptake and indicates that multi-component interventions are more effective than single-component interventions.

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AMMD

JUNE 5, 2025

I understand how frustrating it can be to visit doctor after doctor, only to feel dismissed, rushed, or told that lifelong medication is your only option for hypothyroidism. I have been there and know how it feels! The good news is that there are natural ways to nourish your thyroid, restore your energy, and help you feel like yourself again.

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AMMD

JUNE 12, 2025

Without adequate Vitamin A, your body may struggle to utilize the thyroid hormones it produces(2), even if your lab values look “normal.” The Myers Way® Multivitamin provides bioavailable forms of these B vitamins for maximum absorption and effectiveness. It also regulates their effects throughout your body.

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AMMD

MAY 8, 2025

This ensures your body can effectively absorb and utilize these nutrients where you need them most— in your bones! Boron aids bone formation, supports hormone metabolism, and enhances the utilization of magnesium, calcium, and vitamin D. Did you know that calcium and vitamin D depend on one another? How Much Vitamin D Should You Take?

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

The biomarkers of clinical utility are skin tests , specific IgE (sIgE), tryptase , and some HLA-DR genotyping. They provided a comprehensive table, listing each specific biomarker, its relationship with phenotypes and endotypes, level of evidence, development stage, technical feasibility, and other key biomarker characteristics.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

JUNE 20, 2025

MDH continues to offer up-to-date resources for health care providers and the public. That guidance must come from independent scientists, doctors and providers – not political appointees or ideologues.” Minnesota Department of Health Resources ACIP plays a critical role in developing national and state immunization policies.

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AMMD

APRIL 17, 2025

As they gather together, they change from a “planktonic “ state to a “biofilm” state, which provides strength and makes it difficult to get rid of them (2). If you want to know how to get rid of biofilm to maximize immunity and support overall health, you are in the right place. Several factors contribute to biofilm production.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objectives: We explored how to design a system to provide near real-time feedback on context and impacts to inform health system innovations; and how to operationalize data collection across diverse patient populations and providers. Setting: Alberta, Canada from May 2022 to October 2023.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Proof‑of‑Concept Pilot Study Findings The goal of the study was to demonstrate how BLIPI utilizes microfluidic technology to assess changes in immune cells during infection by measuring their size and flexibility, thereby directly illustrating how the baby’s immune system responds.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Hospitals write discharge summaries to family medicine providers. Our intervention aims to assist older patients/their carers to have better communication with their family medicine provider about their care after discharge, thereby improving patient safety outcomes.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

This study uncovered negative and positive provider, treatment, and system-related factors that contribute to these patients’ experiences and offered recommendations for improving care experiences.” Provide printed “What to Expect” one‑pagers at registration to align patient expectations with ED capabilities. Clarify ED scope.

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Oasis Family Medicine

JANUARY 31, 2024

LENS is a unique and effective form of neurofeedback technolog y that utilizes real-time brain waves to help alleviate symptoms, optimize functioning, and reclaim neurological and physiological potential. It may be utilized as the primary treatment approach, or as an adjunct to other therapies. So who would benefit from LENS therapy?

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California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

MAY 14, 2025

However, for individuals who do not qualify for federal Medicaid funding—such as most undocumented immigrants—the federal government does not provide matching funds, even when those individuals meet income eligibility requirements. The May revision proposes eliminating and suspending much of this funding.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Because of their health benefits, providers sometimes recommend, and motivated patients sometimes adopt, a plant-based diet to improve their health. Each diet was ad libitum and meals were provided. Study Design and Analysis: Nonrandomized crossover intervention trial, analyzed using linear mixed effects models.

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Barton Associates

JUNE 19, 2025

In fact, hospitals, clinics, and other facilities are already reeling from a shortage of providers and it’s hurting patients— according to the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) , tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortages of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals.

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Annals of Family Medicine

JANUARY 27, 2025

Participants were recruited via social media, provided informed consent, and their voice biomarker results were compared with a self-reported Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) at a cut-off score of 10 (moderate to severe depression). Still, it is estimated that only 4% of primary care patients are screened for depression. 95% CI, 69.0-73.5)

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: The COVID pandemic disrupted global healthcare, impacting academic medical centers (AMCs) in the United States, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of its effects on healthcare delivery and utilization. Study Design: This retrospective case series analysis utilizes Vizient’s clinical database data.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

A Collaborative Approach Between Health Care Providers and Community Partners Food insecurity affects thousands of Minnesotans, often contributing to chronic health conditions and overall poor health outcomes. An excerpt follows: 2024-04. M Health Fairview’s Fair Table program ensures convenient access to food during medical appointments.

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FDA Law Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

In such cases, the draft guidance illustrates how employing a DMC may allow a sponsor to proceed with a trial where it might otherwise have been terminated. Both guidances note that the most common purpose of a DMC is to monitor clinical trials for safety, usually by conducting unblinded interim analysis of data from an ongoing clinical trial.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Although relatively simple, the BAR has shown predictive utility in various diseases, the study authors continued, including coronary artery disease, sepsis, and intracerebral hemorrhage. “By BAR may serve as a valuable and straightforward indicator for mortality risk stratification,” researchers wrote.

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Rao Doctor

APRIL 29, 2025

The enhanced digestibility means that your body can utilize the nutrients more effectively, leading to improved overall health. Sprouts are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting metabolic health and aiding digestion. Sprouts are rich in fiber , which is essential for maintaining a healthy digestive system.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Study Design: We analyzed eleven interviews with primary care providers recruited from ABFM diplomates who completed a recertification exam in 2023. Analysis: All interviews were transcribed verbatim and analyzed utilizing NVivo software following an inductive content analysis approach.

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Logansport Memorial Hospital

MARCH 4, 2024

Together with the Pain Management Group (PMG), Logansport Memorial is dedicated to providing high-quality care right here in our community. A referral from a provider is not required but is recommended. The Logansport Memorial Pain Management Center is now accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, call 574-725-3001.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

Regular health check-ups are proactive visits to your healthcare provider when you are not experiencing any specific symptoms or ailments. Regular check-ups allow your healthcare provider to conduct screenings, perform tests, and monitor vital indicators that may indicate the early onset of such conditions.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

I’ve been with Johnson & Johnson for nearly 10 years, and prior to that was part of a clinical academic practice in the Philadelphia area and still continue to provide on a voluntary basis patient care. PSA, psoriatic arthritis is a heterogeneous disease. It presents in different ways. It presents across multiple domains of disease.

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Today's Hospitalist

MAY 9, 2025

Since the mid-1990s, our capacity for innovation has never stopped as hospitalists navigate a complex landscape of acute illnesses, interprofessional collaborations and the imperative to provide efficient, high-quality care. We have seen explosive growth and become a cornerstone of modern health care systems.

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