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At our Community Care Center board meeting last week, Dr. Baldwin Smith, retired pediatric neurologist, shared a recent article from JAMA "Medicine-Both a Science (Care) and an Art (CARE)" (Strange TJ, Castellanos MR. Medicine-Both a Science (Care) and an Art (CARE). JAMA. 2024 Apr 23;331(16):1357-1358. doi: 10.1001/jama.2024.2508. PMID: 38568598). The authors emphasize that with technological advancements transforming medical care, "the timeless art of medicine (compassion and caring) remains a foundational aspect of patient-centered health care" (Trzeciak & Mazzarelli, 2019). The qualities of compassion, assistance, active listening, respect, and empathy "not only contribute to better patient outcomes and increased satisfaction, but also play a critical role in improving overall well-being" (Malenfant et al, 2022). CARE (compassion, assistance, respect, and empathy) - an acronym to guide all those providing medical care in a fast-paced, rapidly changing world.

What can health care providers learn from basketball great Kobe Bryant? According to AdventHealth pediatric craniofacial plastic surgeon Raj Sawh-Martinez, MD, MHS, FACS — a lot. In our latest Clinician’s View, Dr. Sawh-Martinez explores the concept of “failing up,” detailing five lessons learned that can help #healthcare systems move beyond blame to create a culture that openly, collectively, proactively and purposefully processes failure in order to accelerate improvement in patient care and safety. Read more ➡️ <https://bit.ly/3XF5k0m>

Because healthcare is so personal, it's critical to have a provider that you can trust. If you are on the fence about whether to go with a family medicine doctor or an internal medicine doctor, the piece below is for you. At Novant, we know that the relationship with your provider has a direct impact on your #HealthAndWellness. We are here to help you find one that fits your unique needs. #Healthcare #HealthcareProvider

What can health care providers learn from basketball great Kobe Bryant? According to AdventHealth pediatric craniofacial plastic surgeon Raj Sawh-Martinez, a lot. In our latest Clinician’s View, Dr. Sawh-Martinez explores the concept of “failing up,” detailing five lessons learned that can help #healthcare systems move beyond blame to create a culture that openly, collectively, proactively and purposefully processes failure in order to accelerate improvement in patient care and safety. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XF5k0m

Here’s a plug for #familymedicine#primarycare #physicians who offer a wider variety of services to their patients end up keeping them out of the hospital and reducing overall costshttps://lnkd.in/dHAPYW5Q That is responsible #medicineimprove outcomes. Reduce costs. 

#PublicAffairs Advisor Sarah Starling Crossan and Senior Policy Advisor Miranda Franco co-authored an article for Law360 discussing the #US #physician shortage, expected to reach up to 86,000 by 2036. They highlight congressional proposals to expand #Medicare Graduate Medical Education slots targeting #rural and underserved #communities, and emphasize the need for comprehensive #policy solutions to ensure #patient access to care. Read here: https://bit.ly/4cBLWp1 #healthcare

The future of care for older patients is here, and it's patient-centered and coordinated. Gowrishankar Gnanasekaran, MD, MPH, Internal Medicine and Geriatrics at ARC Senior Care Pflugerville shares how ARC’s commitment to high-quality, comprehensive care is reshaping healthcare for seniors with ARC Senior Care. Learn more about ARC Senior Care and our innovative approach to healthcare for seniors.

Sanjay Chaube, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at Tulane University School of Medicine. Throughout his career as a general internist and primary care physician, he has championed a style of care based on respect and compassion. Learn more about Dr. Chaube in this episode of #TulaneMedInsider.

Accompaniment...a missing piece in medicine? Whether a 72-year-old man living with dementia or a 27-year-old woman suffering recurrent miscarriages, both patients are in need of support — of accompaniment in their journey. As part of our FACTS Teacher series, we highlight the diverse set of physicians and clinicians who contribute their time and expertise to help us educate the next generation of medical professionals via our FACTS elective. Our series continues with Dr. Angela Maupin Kristan, a family physician trained in Creighton and FEMM. Serving patients across the lifespan, from adolescent to geriatric patients, Dr. Kristan gently teaches us about the value of accompanying patients as a physician. Follow the link to read more about Angela: https://ow.ly/rPg450Sb8Fx #TeacherSeries #FACTSblog #FACTSaboutFertility #FamilyPhysician #NaturalFamilyPlanning #CreightonModel #FEMM #FertilityAwareness #FamilyPlanning #WomensHealth #CycleCharting #WomensHealth #RestorativeReproductiveMedicine #reproductivehealth #healthcare #education #fertilityawarenesseducation

Adapting family medicine to global conflicts is crucial for several reasons. First, during times of conflict, healthcare systems are often overstretched and resources may be limited. Family medicine can offer a flexible and community-focused approach to healthcare delivery, ensuring that the basic health needs of individuals and families are met even in challenging circumstances. Second, family medicine practitioners are well-positioned to provide holistic care that addresses physical health, mental health, and social well-being, all of which are critical during times of conflict. By upgrading family medicine to address these needs better, we can improve the overall health outcomes of populations affected by global conflicts. Finally, family medicine plays a key role in community resilience and rebuilding efforts post-conflict. By strengthening family medicine services, communities can better recover from the health consequences of conflict and work toward long-term stability and recovery. Overall, by upgrading family medicine to adapt to global conflicts, we can ensure that healthcare remains accessible, effective, and responsive to the needs of populations affected by conflict, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes and sustainable development in conflict-affected areas. #UpgradingFamilyMedicineForGlobalConflict