Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Variables used in the model include demographics, past medical history, ejection fraction, and lab values. of those patients have 1-3 primary care visits per year. The model was trained on 80% of the data and validated on 20% of the data. Population Studied: LVHN has 107,851 adult out-patients with hypertension, and 66.4%

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Setting or Dataset: The University of Toronto Practice-based and Learning Research Network (UPLEARN) in Ontario, Canada, comprises ~400 primary care physicians contributing data on ~400,000 patients. In Round 4, panelists categorized these criteria as core, desired or optional data elements.

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Vida Family Medicine

AUGUST 26, 2024

With new weight loss medications hitting the market, more people are asking their doctors for help. Why Weight Loss Should Not Be The Focus In my practice, I emphasize improving your overall health through sustainable lifestyle changes and, when necessary, medication. If you've been trying to lose weight for years, you’re not alone.

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The Health Policy Exchange

MARCH 26, 2014

Projecting future physician workforce needs is a challenging calculation that must take multiple variables into account to avoid missing its mark. is actually experiencing a physician shortage that will worsen with population growth, the aging of the baby boomer generation, and an influx of newly insured from the Affordable Care Act.

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Annals of Family Medicine

JANUARY 27, 2025

In thematic analysis, medication was the component of treatment burden most frequently identified by both patients and GPs, followed by personal resources, medical information, and administrative burden. in which the patient initiated the discussion but the GP did not respond.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

A new study has found that patients are increasingly likely to discuss mental health concerns with the doctor they often know best: their primary care physician.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

APRIL 12, 2025

The need for medical assistants is growing rapidly. Each year, an estimated 119,800 medical assistant jobs will open up across the country, including in Connecticut. Each year, an estimated 119,800 medical assistant jobs will open up across the country, including in Connecticut. Measuring patients’ height and weight.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

A primary care physician is the first point of contact when people want to receive care. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 50% of doctor office appointments are made with primary doctors. With that said, check out some essential services primary care physicians offer.

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A Country Doctor Writes

APRIL 3, 2025

Those with complex medical problems or maladies of the soul expect me to give them the time it takes to grasp what’s important to them. Again and again throughout my day, I switch from nudging things along to slowing them down as my experience and clinical intuition guides me in my work.

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Concierge Choice Physicians

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

But it became increasingly clear that not all physicians could transition their medical practice to an exclusive concierge practice. When we launched, it was mostly private primary care physicians who contracted with us. . ​The model took off. Our relationship was always built on ongoing service and support.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Previous research identified high-need counties based on consistently low primary care physician capacity. Objective(s): This research explores the relationship between CBRP location and high-need areas, defined as counties with consistently low rates of primary care physician capacity.

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Annals of Family Medicine

MAY 27, 2025

Primary care physicians often feel pressure to rush through the seemingly endless patient care and administrative work we are faced with daily. I think about why, in our current medical landscape, it can feel so hard to slow down. I received positive reinforcement for taking on more responsibilities and roles.

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Annals of Family Medicine

MARCH 24, 2025

Self-disclosure of mental health issues is very personal and is considered to be outside the scope of the patient-physician relationship. This narrative tells my story as a primary care physician trying to help a patient having anxiety and depression.

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The Physicians Foundation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Misplaced Training Dollars: Lack of funding for community-based training impacting the primary care physician pipeline Hospital-based graduate medical education (GME) receives significantly more funding than community-based programs, a disparity linked to fewer new primary care physicians entering the workforce.

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Plum Health

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

I'm Dr. Paul, a direct primary care physician here in the Detroit, Michigan. I've seen firsthand the challenges people face when it comes to accessing quality mental health care. That's why I'm excited to talk about how direct primary care can offer a solution. Hey there, Michigan!

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

MARCH 25, 2022

Preventive care is one of the most important aspects of maintaining good health. This is why you should schedule regular medical examinations, preferably with your family doctor. Seeking care from a primary care physician instead of a specialist can also be beneficial in terms of reducing your medical expenses.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 26, 2023

Unintentional weight loss (UWL) is a common and serious problem, and according to several studies, it could be a sign—sometimes the only sign—of an underlying malignancy, such as a colorectal or pancreatic cancer.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The foundation of health is preventive care. Visiting a primary doctor can be an important way to stay healthy. According to Healthcare IT News, only 67% of people aged 25-35 have a primary care physician. These screenings can help your primary care physician identify potential risks to your health.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 2, 2025

We didn’t need technologies to be able to differentiate between patients based on coughs, as primary care physicians have been doing that for centuries. By tracking their frequency, they can assist with medical management decisions. Public health authorities could use this information to take adequate measures.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: The geographic maldistribution of primary care physicians across rural and underserved areas continues to exacerbate inequitable access to health care for populations with the most needs. The 2024 American Medical Association (AMA) Physician Masterfile was used to identify current practice location.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

JUNE 2, 2025

At the Physicians Alliance of Connecticut, we have an ongoing need for professionals in a wide range of roles, from entry-level support staff to seasoned medical professionals. They also require little or no previous experience in a medical office setting (though experience in other fields can be an asset).

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

Barriers include time constraints, lack of training in obesity treatment, limited reimbursement, and the absence of structured care pathways. This unmet need is compounded by growing therapeutic options that primary care physicians may be unfamiliar with or uncomfortable prescribing.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: In recent years, given significant challenges with accessing primary care physicians in Canada, there has been increased attention towards involving other health care providers, such as rehabilitation professionals, for managing different conditions.

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Priority Physicians

JANUARY 20, 2025

Should you check in with your primary care physician or skip that step and go to a specialist, assuming your physician will send you there anyway? But if you’re a patient of a direct primary care (DPC) practice , you don’t need to guess about orthopedic pain management. He completed his residency at St.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

After residency she plans to pursue training in cardiology, and takes particular interest in transcatheter interventions and medical education. Originally from Chicago, Graham completed undergrad at Princeton and medical school at Jefferson before returning to the Windy City for residency.

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Plum Health

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Direct primary care (DPC) is a membership-based healthcare model that offers patients unlimited access to a primary care physician for a fixed monthly fee. Preventive care focus: DPC providers often prioritize preventive care, helping patients stay healthy and avoid costly medical procedures.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Primary care physicians and practice teams face well-documented challenges increasing colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates among their patients. Multi-level interventions that address patients, clinicians, clinical care environments and larger systems (hospitals, networks, etc.)

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: A patient’s relationship with their primary care physician (PCP) or advanced practice provider (APP) is instrumental in their healthcare journey.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Using race to guide clinical decision-making is a controversial practice and efforts to revise medical equations incorporating race are underway. Context: The ASCVD risk calculator includes race as a variable in its risk estimation. Objective: We sought to explore how clinicians viewed the ASCVD risk calculator.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

We observed that 97% of respondents faced at least one difficult decision across their care pathways. We found thirty-six difficult decisions related to medical consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and daily life. Half (49%) of respondents made their most difficult decision with a primary care physician.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 3, 2023

Are you likely to receive better care if the specialist treating you knows your primary care physician?

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

APRIL 11, 2023

Your primary care physician could have a specialty, such as geriatrics or pediatrics. If you're looking for special services, such as prenatal care or a specialty exam, you should ask if the doctor has any specialties. Some doctors may also offer online access to medical records, lab results, and appointment scheduling.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 23, 2023

Was the shift to virtual visits during the pandemic with primary care physicians associated with increased emergency department visits?

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A family care doctor can greatly assist your family. They can provide essential medical care, help you coordinate ongoing treatments, and serve as important support throughout your life. According to Healthcare IT News, however, less than 68% of Millennials have a primary care physician.

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Dr. Zaar

JUNE 1, 2025

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. You want someone who treats it regularly and stays current on new medications, technologies, and management techniques.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

MARCH 18, 2025

Smith, a general internist and professor of medicine and psychiatry at Michigan State University, explains why our medical system consistently prioritizes physical over emotional health and presents some ambitious proposals for how to rectify this harmful disparity. This relatively slim volume is divided into three parts.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 26, 2024

You can find a family doctor who not only meets your medical needs but also offers comforting and reliable care for you and your loved ones. If you're in Hixson, TN, and in the market for a new family doctor or primary care physician look no further. Reach out to us at Hitchcock Family Medicine.

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