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Reach Patients Who Fear Seeking Care
Family physicians are seeing a growing number of patients who delay or avoid care because of fear, particularly concerns related to immigration status, confidentiality, cost, or broader mistrust of institutions. This article outlines practical strategies physicians can implement now, along with key resources from the American Academy of Family Physicians that support both care delivery and reimbursement.
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Difficult Conversations
Family physicians play a central role in guiding patients through life’s challenging moments. Mastering tough conversations and transitions requires preparation, structured communication, empathy, and attention to follow-up. By adopting these practical strategies and prioritizing both patient and clinician well-being, we can turn difficult discussions into opportunities for trust, understanding, and improved outcomes.
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PI Made Easy!
EasyPI is a peer-reviewed, curated collection of online educational resources that support family physicians in completing a self-guided PI project in practice and receive credit for the work they do. Each of the eight topic tracks will guide you through the process of evaluating background information for a specific condition, determining how this information should drive patient care, and implementing team-based practice change to improve patient outcomes.
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A quarterly magazine with features on the joy in family medicine, quality improvement initiatives, member news, and Academy information.
Weekly Family Medicine Update
Stay up-to-date on issues affecting family medicine including health care advocacy and legislation, conference opportunities, and more!