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The Future of Healthcare Policy: Insights from the Federal Update Podcast

The healthcare landscape is constantly changing, and to understand current healthcare policy, experts in the field are featured in this Federal Update podcast. Hear from: Michael H. Park, a partner at Alston & Bird and the ACOFP’s Director of Government Affairs; Hon. Earl Pomeroy, a former Congressman with extensive experience in healthcare policy; and Mark H. Rader, a senior healthcare policy advisor recognized as one of the top lobbyists.

By ACOFP Posted on 2 months ago

Resident Spotlights 0

Resident Spotlight: Heather Shanks, DO

Students interviewed Heather McGuire, DO, ACOFP Resident Governor, for their latest Resident Council Spotlight interview to learn more about why she volunteered for the resident council, what a typical day looks like and a few words of advice for current students.

By ACOFP Posted on 2 months ago

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Finding Success in the Asynchronous Classroom

Hannah Berhow, OMS-II, offers tips based on her experience of how to stay on track when taking medical courses asynchronously.

By ACOFP Posted on 2 months ago

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 1

Mission Moments: Remembering Why We Chose Medicine

Dr. Chandra Jennings shares a personal story of a moment that fulfilled the mission of medicine.

By ACOFP Posted on 3 months ago

Corporate Council Roundtable 0

Study Shows Family Medicine Residents Are Unprepared to Treat Patients with Obesity

Novo Nordisk, Inc., shares the results of a study on what primary care physicians know about addressing obesity, plus resources to help.

By ACOFP Posted on 3 months ago

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Celiac Disease and Eating Disorders: Screening and Education

2023 Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award author Amber Shirley discusses celiac disease and how to identify potential overlap with eating disorders.

By ACOFP Posted on 3 months ago

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Resident Spotlight: Jo Li, DO

Students interviewed Region 1 Representative Jo Li, DO for their latest Resident Council Spotlight interview to learn more about why he volunteered for the resident council, what a typical day looks like and a few words of advice for current students.

By ACOFP Posted on August 29, 2023

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Three Ways to Sneak Exercise into Your Day

The Health and Wellness Committee has some creative tips on how to fit exercise into a busy schedule.

By ACOFP Posted on August 28, 2023

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The Forrest Gump of Military Medicine

Dr. Kevin O’Connor shares his experiences as the Physician to the President for President Joe Biden, as well as the path that led him to working in the White House.

By ACOFP Posted on August 22, 2023

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How to Increase Efficiency in Your Family Practice

Dr. Rachel Young, DO, FACOFP, provides tips on how to improve efficiency in your practice before, during, and after patient visits.

By ACOFP Posted on August 14, 2023

Health & Wellness 0

A New Definition for Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Hans T. Zuckerman offers a new way to think about osteopathic medicine and how to differentiate it from other medical practice. (Sponsored by Corporate Council Roundtable Member Geisinger Community Medicine)

By ACOFP Posted on August 4, 2023

Resident Spotlights 0

Resident Spotlight: Wyatt Eikermann, DO

Students interviewed Region 5 Representative Wyatt Eikermann, DO, for their latest Resident Council Spotlight interview to learn more about why he volunteered for the resident council, what a typical day looks like and a few words of advice for current students.

By ACOFP Posted on July 31, 2023

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Answering a Call for Expanded Addiction Care in America

2023 Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award author Briana Saravanabavanandhan advocates for greater access to medication-assisted treatment for patients with opioid use disorder.

By ACOFP Posted on July 27, 2023

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Assessing Suicide Risk Factors in the Primary Care Setting

2023 Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award author Douglas Wirthin shares information on suicide risk factors and taking a thorough psychiatric history that can help support patients experiencing a mental health crisis and identify patients at higher risk for suicide.

By ACOFP Posted on July 21, 2023

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 1

Healthcare for Hispanic Patients: Current Outcomes and Future Improvements

2023 Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award author Mitchell Schwocho, OMS-II, shares the current disparities contributing to disadvantages towards Hispanic Americans in healthcare and how progression is possible.

By ACOFP Posted on July 12, 2023

Resident Spotlights 0

Resident Spotlight: Raffi Keradman, DO

Students interviewed Region 1 Representative Raffi Keradman, DO, for their latest Resident Council Spotlight interview to learn more about why he volunteered for the resident council, what a typical day looks like and a few words of advice for current students.

By ACOFP Posted on June 28, 2023

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