Annals of Family Medicine
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The leading peer-reviewed journal for research in #PrimaryCare, with a 5-year impact factor of 5.1. Always #OpenAccess, no fees to publish.
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Expanding on the CRISP guidelines, the CRISP Translation Guide provides guidance for translating #PrimaryCare research documentation into various languages in order to facilitate & support the worldwide dissemination and application of research results
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February 9, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Expanding on the CRISP guidelines, the CRISP Translation Guide provides guidance for translating #PrimaryCare research documentation into various languages in order to facilitate & support the worldwide dissemination and application of research results
www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
A third-year medical student reflects on a month-long #FamilyMedicine rotation in rural Texas, reshaping his sense of professional identity and highlighting how close-knit communities blur the line between physician and neighbor.
Full essay here:
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Full essay here:
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February 6, 2026 at 6:40 PM
A third-year medical student reflects on a month-long #FamilyMedicine rotation in rural Texas, reshaping his sense of professional identity and highlighting how close-knit communities blur the line between physician and neighbor.
Full essay here:
www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
Full essay here:
www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
Researchers examined how implementing the Office Champions Quality Improvement Model could improve alcohol screening and brief intervention (ASBI) practices in #PrimaryCare settings.
Full study: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1/3
Full study: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1/3
February 5, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Researchers examined how implementing the Office Champions Quality Improvement Model could improve alcohol screening and brief intervention (ASBI) practices in #PrimaryCare settings.
Full study: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1/3
Full study: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1/3
This study examined #PrimaryCare home visits for adults 65+ in Ontario (2014–2024). Showing visits rose slightly before 2019, then fell 29.7% from Oct 2019–Jun 2020 after incentive changes & early COVID-19. #FMsky #Medsky
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
February 4, 2026 at 4:36 PM
This study examined #PrimaryCare home visits for adults 65+ in Ontario (2014–2024). Showing visits rose slightly before 2019, then fell 29.7% from Oct 2019–Jun 2020 after incentive changes & early COVID-19. #FMsky #Medsky
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
This study of 1,207 older adults receiving home-based primary care, seeing the same GP for ≥75% of visits was associated with a 31% lower hazard of home ambulance services, a 39% lower hazard of emergency department visits, & 35% lower hazard of hospital admissions
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February 2, 2026 at 2:44 PM
This study of 1,207 older adults receiving home-based primary care, seeing the same GP for ≥75% of visits was associated with a 31% lower hazard of home ambulance services, a 39% lower hazard of emergency department visits, & 35% lower hazard of hospital admissions
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What does it take to make #AI-assisted messaging work in #PrimaryCare?
This report shares lessons from a clinic’s early use of AI-assisted messaging, showing how careful prompt design and human oversight can make inbox replies safer and more useful.
Report here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
This report shares lessons from a clinic’s early use of AI-assisted messaging, showing how careful prompt design and human oversight can make inbox replies safer and more useful.
Report here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
January 30, 2026 at 6:12 PM
What does it take to make #AI-assisted messaging work in #PrimaryCare?
This report shares lessons from a clinic’s early use of AI-assisted messaging, showing how careful prompt design and human oversight can make inbox replies safer and more useful.
Report here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
This report shares lessons from a clinic’s early use of AI-assisted messaging, showing how careful prompt design and human oversight can make inbox replies safer and more useful.
Report here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
In 32 #PrimaryCare clinics, higher-intensity strategies cut opioid doses & improved pain/function screening. Clinic- and prescriber-level support lowered overall costs vs. system-only approaches.
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
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Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
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January 28, 2026 at 3:34 PM
In 32 #PrimaryCare clinics, higher-intensity strategies cut opioid doses & improved pain/function screening. Clinic- and prescriber-level support lowered overall costs vs. system-only approaches.
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
@wifamilymedicine.bsky.social
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
@wifamilymedicine.bsky.social
𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰! The January/February 2026 Issue of Annals of Family Medicine. #FMsky #Medsky
📽️Check out our video preview to learn more about what's inside our first issue of the year: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
📽️Check out our video preview to learn more about what's inside our first issue of the year: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
January 27, 2026 at 3:40 PM
𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰! The January/February 2026 Issue of Annals of Family Medicine. #FMsky #Medsky
📽️Check out our video preview to learn more about what's inside our first issue of the year: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
📽️Check out our video preview to learn more about what's inside our first issue of the year: www.annfammed.org/content/24/1...
The Annals Journal Club brings learners together to think critically about the issues shaping #PrimaryCare. Students, trainees, residents, and interns are invited to discuss research, share perspectives, and explore how collective learning can inform real-world practice.
January 23, 2026 at 7:20 PM
The Annals Journal Club brings learners together to think critically about the issues shaping #PrimaryCare. Students, trainees, residents, and interns are invited to discuss research, share perspectives, and explore how collective learning can inform real-world practice.
"Medical Interpreting in Primary Care: Design and Validation of a Replicable Training Program"
French, Spanish and German translation of the study can be found here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
French, Spanish and German translation of the study can be found here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 21, 2026 at 8:22 PM
"Medical Interpreting in Primary Care: Design and Validation of a Replicable Training Program"
French, Spanish and German translation of the study can be found here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
French, Spanish and German translation of the study can be found here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Select Annals of Family Medicine articles are now available in multiple languages. 👇
"Continuity of Primary Care and Preventable Hospitalization for Acute Conditions: A Machine Learning–Based Record Linkage Study"
Hindi & Vietnamese translations here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
"Continuity of Primary Care and Preventable Hospitalization for Acute Conditions: A Machine Learning–Based Record Linkage Study"
Hindi & Vietnamese translations here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 21, 2026 at 8:22 PM
Select Annals of Family Medicine articles are now available in multiple languages. 👇
"Continuity of Primary Care and Preventable Hospitalization for Acute Conditions: A Machine Learning–Based Record Linkage Study"
Hindi & Vietnamese translations here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
"Continuity of Primary Care and Preventable Hospitalization for Acute Conditions: A Machine Learning–Based Record Linkage Study"
Hindi & Vietnamese translations here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
In this qualitative study, general practitioners show that trust in patients is foundational, develops over time, and plays a key role in maintaining therapeutic relationships, particularly for complex or high-needs patients.
Read the full study here:
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Read the full study here:
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January 20, 2026 at 4:17 PM
In this qualitative study, general practitioners show that trust in patients is foundational, develops over time, and plays a key role in maintaining therapeutic relationships, particularly for complex or high-needs patients.
Read the full study here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Read the full study here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
In this editorial associated with the "Action Collaborative on Traumatic Brain Injury Care: Adapted Clinical Practice Guideline" article, the author calls the guideline a long-awaited & important step towards standardizing TBI care and improving patient outcomes.
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January 16, 2026 at 7:45 PM
In this editorial associated with the "Action Collaborative on Traumatic Brain Injury Care: Adapted Clinical Practice Guideline" article, the author calls the guideline a long-awaited & important step towards standardizing TBI care and improving patient outcomes.
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
NEW Annals of Family Medicine Podcast episode
The third episode in our live from NAPCRG 2025 series with Dr. Eldin & the Annals team, spotlighting the people behind the journal & how the annual meeting fosters lasting connections with authors & researchers
Listen:
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The third episode in our live from NAPCRG 2025 series with Dr. Eldin & the Annals team, spotlighting the people behind the journal & how the annual meeting fosters lasting connections with authors & researchers
Listen:
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January 15, 2026 at 5:02 PM
NEW Annals of Family Medicine Podcast episode
The third episode in our live from NAPCRG 2025 series with Dr. Eldin & the Annals team, spotlighting the people behind the journal & how the annual meeting fosters lasting connections with authors & researchers
Listen:
www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
The third episode in our live from NAPCRG 2025 series with Dr. Eldin & the Annals team, spotlighting the people behind the journal & how the annual meeting fosters lasting connections with authors & researchers
Listen:
www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
Expanding beyond its annual meeting, NAPCRG+ is a year-round platform offering accessible training, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities to strengthen the global #PrimaryCare research community. #FMsky #Medsky
FM Update - Learn more about NAPCRG+ here:
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FM Update - Learn more about NAPCRG+ here:
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January 13, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Expanding beyond its annual meeting, NAPCRG+ is a year-round platform offering accessible training, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities to strengthen the global #PrimaryCare research community. #FMsky #Medsky
FM Update - Learn more about NAPCRG+ here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
FM Update - Learn more about NAPCRG+ here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
An analysis of the AMA Physician Masterfile found an 11% decline in family physicians practicing in rural U.S. communities. Despite workforce initiatives, the decline exacerbates rural health disparities.
Check out the full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Check out the full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 12, 2026 at 4:27 PM
An analysis of the AMA Physician Masterfile found an 11% decline in family physicians practicing in rural U.S. communities. Despite workforce initiatives, the decline exacerbates rural health disparities.
Check out the full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Check out the full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 has reached an exciting milestone with more than 2,000 downloads!
Grateful to our audience for engaging with conversations that spotlight #PrimaryCare & #FamilyMedicine research
Listen to all the episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
Grateful to our audience for engaging with conversations that spotlight #PrimaryCare & #FamilyMedicine research
Listen to all the episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
January 9, 2026 at 7:04 PM
𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 has reached an exciting milestone with more than 2,000 downloads!
Grateful to our audience for engaging with conversations that spotlight #PrimaryCare & #FamilyMedicine research
Listen to all the episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
Grateful to our audience for engaging with conversations that spotlight #PrimaryCare & #FamilyMedicine research
Listen to all the episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
A new clinical practice guideline from the Action Collaborative on TBI Care, convened by the National Academies offers evidence-based recommendations to standardize outpatient care for adults recovering from TBI across 11 priority areas.
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 8, 2026 at 7:20 PM
A new clinical practice guideline from the Action Collaborative on TBI Care, convened by the National Academies offers evidence-based recommendations to standardize outpatient care for adults recovering from TBI across 11 priority areas.
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Full study here: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
@stfm-fm.bsky.social hosted the Professionalism in #FamilyMedicine Summit, convening 43 leaders from to examine how professionalism is defined, taught, and assessed amid cultural and systemic change, and to identify future directions and collaborative next steps
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 7, 2026 at 2:29 PM
@stfm-fm.bsky.social hosted the Professionalism in #FamilyMedicine Summit, convening 43 leaders from to examine how professionalism is defined, taught, and assessed amid cultural and systemic change, and to identify future directions and collaborative next steps
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
This study tested a 40-hour online program training Spanish-speaking clinic employees as medical interpreters. Participants improved significantly, with 72% achieving qualified status, showing an affordable way to expand language-concordant care.
Full study here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Full study here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 5, 2026 at 3:54 PM
This study tested a 40-hour online program training Spanish-speaking clinic employees as medical interpreters. Participants improved significantly, with 72% achieving qualified status, showing an affordable way to expand language-concordant care.
Full study here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Full study here:
www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
This longitudinal study of #FamilyMedicine faculty found a decline in the proportion of tenured or tenure-track faculty, despite overall growth in the number of faculty physicians.
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
January 2, 2026 at 6:01 PM
This longitudinal study of #FamilyMedicine faculty found a decline in the proportion of tenured or tenure-track faculty, despite overall growth in the number of faculty physicians.
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Looking back on 2025. Thank you to the Annals of Family Medicine community. We’re excited for 2026 and continuing to share research that shapes #FamilyMedicine and #PrimaryCare. #FMsky #Medsky
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December 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Looking back on 2025. Thank you to the Annals of Family Medicine community. We’re excited for 2026 and continuing to share research that shapes #FamilyMedicine and #PrimaryCare. #FMsky #Medsky
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The National Family Medicine Strategic Plan for Research is turning vision into action, expanding research pathways, supporting department leaders, and strengthening national infrastructure for #FamilyMedicine research.
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
December 29, 2025 at 1:41 PM
The National Family Medicine Strategic Plan for Research is turning vision into action, expanding research pathways, supporting department leaders, and strengthening national infrastructure for #FamilyMedicine research.
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
Family Medicine Update: www.annfammed.org/content/23/6...
𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 𝓗𝓸𝓵𝓲𝓭𝓪𝔂𝓼 from Annals of Family Medicine!
Thank you for being part of our community & we wish you a joyful holiday season. #FamilyMedicine #HappyHolidays
Thank you for being part of our community & we wish you a joyful holiday season. #FamilyMedicine #HappyHolidays
December 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM
𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 𝓗𝓸𝓵𝓲𝓭𝓪𝔂𝓼 from Annals of Family Medicine!
Thank you for being part of our community & we wish you a joyful holiday season. #FamilyMedicine #HappyHolidays
Thank you for being part of our community & we wish you a joyful holiday season. #FamilyMedicine #HappyHolidays
Need some holiday listening? 🎧
From original studies to methodology, systematic reviews, and special reports, the Annals of Family Medicine Podcast keeps researchers and practitioners up to date on what’s shaping primary care.
Explore all 10 episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
From original studies to methodology, systematic reviews, and special reports, the Annals of Family Medicine Podcast keeps researchers and practitioners up to date on what’s shaping primary care.
Explore all 10 episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
December 23, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Need some holiday listening? 🎧
From original studies to methodology, systematic reviews, and special reports, the Annals of Family Medicine Podcast keeps researchers and practitioners up to date on what’s shaping primary care.
Explore all 10 episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...
From original studies to methodology, systematic reviews, and special reports, the Annals of Family Medicine Podcast keeps researchers and practitioners up to date on what’s shaping primary care.
Explore all 10 episodes here: www.annfammed.org/content/anna...