AAFP Resources Can Help Us Help Returning Vets -- A message from AAFP President, Dr. Glen Stream.
Colonel's Request is Simple: Ask Patients if They Served in Military -- A post on the AAFP Leader Voices blog from Dr. Stream.
From Your AAFP President
Just one question can open the dialogue with patients who have PTSD or TBI.
Often, just asking the question, “Have you or a loved one ever served in the military?” can be enough to open a dialogue with your returning veteran patients who are facing health challenges.
Recent studies indicate that the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other health issues such as depression and substance abuse are increasing among veterans. Family physicians may be the first line of health care for these returning veterans and should be prepared to diagnose and treat these conditions.
Recent studies indicate that the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other health issues such as depression and substance abuse are increasing among veterans. Family physicians may be the first line of health care for these returning veterans and should be prepared to diagnose and treat these conditions.
Helping Our Returning Veterans
The AAFP is uniting with First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden in a new campaign called Joining Forces, which aims to support veterans and their families. The AAFP has compiled the resources below to help family physicians care for patients who have served in the military, and to raise awareness of health issues that may affect returning service members.
In the News
FPs Are at Front Lines of Combating Post-traumatic Health Issues in Vets -- AAFP Joins Forces With White House Campaign to Aid Returning Troops
U.S. Military Focuses on Patient Care by Implementing PCMH Model -- Medical Home Model Serves as Basis for Moving Care Forward in Armed Services
Veterans With PTSD at Increased Risk for Receiving, Abusing Opioids, Study Finds -- FPs Can Play Key Role in Treating These Patients
U.S. Military Focuses on Patient Care by Implementing PCMH Model -- Medical Home Model Serves as Basis for Moving Care Forward in Armed Services
Veterans With PTSD at Increased Risk for Receiving, Abusing Opioids, Study Finds -- FPs Can Play Key Role in Treating These Patients
CME
PTSD-related CME at 2012 AAFP Assembly
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (#214 and #215) -- Learn to identify the symptoms of PTSD, determine when a co-morbidity (such as anxiety, depression or alcohol abuse) may be masking symptoms of PTSD, and assist patients in connecting with mental health resources.
Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: A Primary Care Approach -- The Citizen Solider Support Program (CSSP), July 2011
This course was designed from a primary care perspective to help family physicians recognize, diagnose, treat or refer post-deployment mental health issues in military service members and their families.
This Enduring Material activity, Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: A Primary care Approach, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 1 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins July 1, 2011. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
From the War Zone to the Home Front: Supporting the Mental Health of Veterans and Families -- Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), February 2012
A new online educational series that includes lectures on what providers need to know about the challenges of coming home after war, recognizing PTSD and co-morbidities, traumatic brain injury and more.
This live program, designated for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, is intended for: primary care and community mental health providers, pediatricians, community health centers, community mental health centers, college and university health professionals, psychiatric nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, social workers, employee assistance programs, clergy and other first responders.
Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: Understanding Military Family Issues -- The Citizen Solider Support Program (CSSP), 2012
This Enduring Material activity, Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: Understanding Military Family Issues, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 3.0 NBCC Credit Hours (Provider #5470); 3.0 Contact Hours; 0.3 CEU.
This course was designed from a primary care perspective to help family physicians recognize, diagnose, treat or refer post-deployment mental health issues in military service members and their families.
This Enduring Material activity, Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: A Primary care Approach, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 1 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins July 1, 2011. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
From the War Zone to the Home Front: Supporting the Mental Health of Veterans and Families -- Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), February 2012
A new online educational series that includes lectures on what providers need to know about the challenges of coming home after war, recognizing PTSD and co-morbidities, traumatic brain injury and more.
This live program, designated for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, is intended for: primary care and community mental health providers, pediatricians, community health centers, community mental health centers, college and university health professionals, psychiatric nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, social workers, employee assistance programs, clergy and other first responders.
Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: Understanding Military Family Issues -- The Citizen Solider Support Program (CSSP), 2012
This Enduring Material activity, Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: Understanding Military Family Issues, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 3.0 NBCC Credit Hours (Provider #5470); 3.0 Contact Hours; 0.3 CEU.
For Family Physicians
Care of the Returning Veteran -- American Family Physician, July 2011
Practical, accurate screening tools to help primary care physicians evaluate patients for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Point-of-Care Guides: Screening Instruments for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder -- American Family Physician, December 2007
Family physicians are well positioned to offer continuity of care for issues affecting returning service members and to coordinate the delivery of specialized care when needed.
Practical, accurate screening tools to help primary care physicians evaluate patients for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Point-of-Care Guides: Screening Instruments for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder -- American Family Physician, December 2007
Family physicians are well positioned to offer continuity of care for issues affecting returning service members and to coordinate the delivery of specialized care when needed.
For Your Patients
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Post-traumatic Stress Disorder -- Information for patients on the symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of PTSD.
Traumatic Brain Injury -- Information for patients on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of TBI.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder -- Information for patients on the symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of PTSD.
Traumatic Brain Injury -- Information for patients on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of TBI.
