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View article: Increasing Family Medicine Research Capacity at the University of Minnesota: Publication Trends and Research Culture
Increasing Family Medicine Research Capacity at the University of Minnesota: Publication Trends and Research Culture Open
The efforts in our department to increase research capacity through investing in research infrastructure, faculty training and mentoring, and funding have led to notable increases in clinical faculty publications and positive perceptions o…
View article: The C2DREAM framework: Investigating the structural mechanisms undergirding racial health inequities
The C2DREAM framework: Investigating the structural mechanisms undergirding racial health inequities Open
Racism shapes the distribution of the social determinants of health (SDoH) along racial lines. Racism determines the environments in which people live, the quality of housing, and access to healthcare. Extensive research shows racism in it…
View article: Measuring continuity in primary care: how it is done and why it matters
Measuring continuity in primary care: how it is done and why it matters Open
Continuity of care (COC) is a foundational element of primary care and is associated with improved patient satisfaction and health outcomes and decreased total cost of care. The patient–physician relationship is highly valued by both parti…
View article: Timely colonoscopy follow-up and risk factors for incomplete two-step colorectal cancer screening
Timely colonoscopy follow-up and risk factors for incomplete two-step colorectal cancer screening Open
CONTEXT: Prior studies have shown patients with abnormal stool-based testing for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening should undergo follow-up colonoscopy as soon as possible, ideally within 90 days and no later than 180 days from the date of…
View article: Burnout and work satisfaction in family medicine residents and faculty, 2018-2023
Burnout and work satisfaction in family medicine residents and faculty, 2018-2023 Open
CONTEXT: Measuring and understanding physician burnout is a critical issue within primary care. The onset of burnout often occurs during residency, which may be the most optimal period to address the issue. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study…
View article: Increasing Family Physicians’ Scholarship Capacity and Output: Scholarship Trends and Perceived Research Culture
Increasing Family Physicians’ Scholarship Capacity and Output: Scholarship Trends and Perceived Research Culture Open
CONTEXT: The field of family medicine has made limited progress in creating a culture change to fully embrace research as part of everyday practice. Such a culture would contribute greatly to evidencebased medicine and better patient care.…
View article: Disparities in Offering Enrollment in Remote Patient Monitoring for COVID-19
Disparities in Offering Enrollment in Remote Patient Monitoring for COVID-19 Open
Introduction: Remote patient monitoring (RPM) programs are increasingly common. There is a risk that inequitable use of RPM will perpetuate existing health care disparities. We conducted a study to determine if enrollment in a COVID-19 RPM…
View article: Impact of Set-Day Clinic on Physician Continuity in a Family Medicine Residency Clinic
Impact of Set-Day Clinic on Physician Continuity in a Family Medicine Residency Clinic Open
Background and Objectives: Continuity of care between patients and their primary care providers is associated with improved patient outcomes and experience, decreased health care costs, and improved provider well-being. Strategies to enhan…
View article: Remote Patient Monitoring for COVID-19: A Retrospective Study on Health Care Utilization
Remote Patient Monitoring for COVID-19: A Retrospective Study on Health Care Utilization Open
Introduction: Data are limited on the effectiveness of remote patient monitoring (RPM) for acute illnesses, including COVID-19. We conducted a study to determine if enrollment in a COVID-19 RPM program was associated with better outcomes. …
View article: Experiences with public health recommendations for COVID-19: a qualitative study of diverse mothers with young children in the United States
Experiences with public health recommendations for COVID-19: a qualitative study of diverse mothers with young children in the United States Open
How findings among this diverse population of mothers can help inform future public health messaging and policies throughout the remainder of this pandemic, its aftermath, and future public health emergencies, in which masking and social d…
View article: Primary care providers’ perspectives on initiating childhood obesity conversations: a qualitative study
Primary care providers’ perspectives on initiating childhood obesity conversations: a qualitative study Open
Background Primary care physicians (PCPs) are in a critical position for identifying, preventing and treating childhood obesity. However, a one-size-fits-all approach does not exist for having conversations about weight with families. A be…