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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 21h

In this study, a new automated pre-visit planning initiative is helping make #primarycare visits more efficient and collaborative by automating test ordering, scheduling & patient agenda sharing through Epic. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 2d

This study found that combining Medicare Annual Wellness Visits with problem-based visits & continuity clinicians increased completion rates from 8.4% to 50.8%, lowered no-show rates, and improved multiple quality measures. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 5d

A new mixed-methods study highlights how adding pharmacy technicians to #PrimaryCare teams can ease clinician and nurse workload while improving patient care. #FMsky #Medsky @ucsfcepc.bsky.social , @ucsffamilymed.bsky.social, @sfgov.sf.gov

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 6d

A new study at a Federally Qualified Teaching Health Center found that ultrasound-guided during IUD insertion may improve procedural efficiency by reducing procedure time & may also improve workflow and support clinical decision-making. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 7d

In this original research study, an electronic health record referral (eReferral) was implemented to connect patients with prediabetes to community diabetes prevention programs. #FMsky #Medsky @cassiedturner.bsky.social

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 9d

Researchers in this study analyzed data on adults seen by family physicians in Alberta, Canada (2004–2020) to track changes in patient complexity, physician demographics, and #PrimaryCare practices. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 12d

A 𝗡𝗘𝗪 study of nearly 5,000 early-career family physicians found that higher educational debt is linked to longer work hours & greater odds of burnout symptoms. #FamilyMedicine #Burnout #Education #FMsky #Medsky @deanseehusen.bsky.social

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 14d

This study examined outpatient antibiotic prescribing in Arkansas Medicaid patient-centered medical homes (PCMHs). Quarterly report cards comparing practices led to reduced prescribing from 2019–2021, with 2021 rates lower than state and national data.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 15d

This 𝗡𝗘𝗪 study examined a patient-completed, EHR-integrated questionnaire with physician reminders to improve family history collection in #PrimaryCare. Resulting in better documentation & prompting screenings or specialist referrals. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 16d

The September/October issue of Annals of Family Medicine is now available! Explore the newest research and insights shaping #FamilyMedicine and #PrimaryCare. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 23d

Check out the Plain Language Summaries that come with every article from our most recent issue! These short, easy to read summaries explain the key findings and their significance, supporting evidence-based practice and informed decision-making. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 26d

Don’t miss our fastest-growing episode yet! 🎧

Listen as Dr. Frank Orlando & Dr. Arch Mainous discuss their nationally recognized study: 'Body Mass Index vs. Body Fat Percentage as a Predictor of Mortality in Adults Aged 20–49 Years.'”

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 27d

Can a personalized machine learning approach predict missed appointments in #PrimaryCare? This study applied 4 machine-learning models that combined clinical, geosocial & environmental data to predict missed & late-canceled appointments in primary care.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · 28d

#AI & machine learning are reshaping #FamilyMedicine! Check out our living collection of the latest research from journals like Annals of Family Medicine, @jabfm.bsky.social and more. Updated automatically as new studies are published.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Sep 8

Hear more from Dr. Krist about his experience on the EAB on the Annals of Family Medicine podcast: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...

Annals of Family Medicine Podcast | Annals of Family Medicine

Discover innovative insights on family medicine through expert interviews, research highlights, and practical tips in the Annals of Family Medicine Podcast.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Sep 8

"I appreciate being on the EAB (Editorial Advisory Board) and having some input into the journal. Annals has been a very special journal to me throughout my career." - Dr. Alexander Krist.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Sep 5

Published in our latest issue, the study entitled "𝘽𝙤𝙙𝙮 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙨 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙭 𝙫𝙨 𝘽𝙤𝙙𝙮 𝙁𝙖𝙩 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝘼𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙨 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙙 20-49 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨." has been mentioned by 169 news outlets, the most ever for one article at Annals @altmetric.com #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Sep 4

This article highlights a web-based tool (MCT2D Coverage Checker) that helps Michigan physicians quickly see insurance coverage and prior authorization requirements for type 2 diabetes treatments, including medications and continuous glucose monitors.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Sep 3

This editorial examines the health benefits that might be possible with investments in accessible, comprehensive, person-centered health care and supportive housing. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Sep 1

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Aug 29

Over 100 downloads already for Episode #7 of the Annals of Family Medicine Podcast!

🎙️ Dr. Ann Doherty & Dr. Emma Wallace share insights from their study, “Prescribing Cascades Among Older Community-Dwelling Adults.”

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Aug 28

The authors in this essay conclude that advance notice should be the ethical standard in rural care, though in-visit notice may be appropriate when patients are especially dependent on their #PrimaryCare physician.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Aug 27

This report highlights key steps for advancing AI and machine learning in #PrimaryCare, including automated data collection, interoperability, workflow integration, primary care–specific use cases & continuous monitoring to prevent unintended consequences.

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Aug 25

In this reflection, a third-year medical student reflects on the emotional complexities of entering healthcare after caring for a high-risk obstetrics patient who taught her the importance of resilience, compassion and facing loss with grace. #FMsky #Medsky

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Annals of Family Medicine @annfammed.bsky.social · Aug 22

In this study, 61% of patients in the Enhanced #PrimaryCare Diabetes program achieved all five diabetes care goals (D5). However, Black patients were significantly less likely than White patients to reach these goals, despite having more nurse interactions. #FMsky

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