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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, July 3, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features an update from the CDC regarding reinstatement of the Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine booster for children who have completed the three-dose primary series; coverage of testimony given by AAFP President Ted Epperly, M.D., to legislators in Washington; news of an FDA decision to require boxed warnings on two smoking cessation drugs; an overview of findings from a new report on depression in adults and how a parental diagnosis affects children in the family; and a story on a report from the CDC that links falls sustained by elderly Americans to their use of canes and walkers.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, June 26, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features coverage of a news conference at which AAFP, American College of Physicians and American Osteopathic Association leaders highlighted revitalizing the nation's primary care infrastructure as a key component of health care reform; a report from an international expert committee recommending that measurement of hemoglobin A1c, rather than blood glucose levels, become the new "gold standard" for diagnosing diabetes; a CMS warning to physicians about a scam in which the perpetrators pose as Medicare carriers or administrative contractors; and updated information from the CDC on the H1N1 influenza pandemic, including a reminder to health care workers to follow the agency's guidance for personal protection from infectious disease.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, June 19, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features a story about President Obama's appearance at the annual meeting of the AMA House of Delegates; coverage of AMA delegates' consideration of a Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs report dealing with commercial support of CME activities; an advisory from the FDA warning consumers to stop using ZICAM intranasal products; a notice about FDA's approval of the first injectable form of ibuprofen; and an announcement from CMS that additional physicians could qualify for 2007 PQRI bonuses.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, June 12, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features a story on physicians who are dealing with the effects of the recession; coverage of AAFP approval of clinical guidance regarding the need for routine screening for gestational diabetes; news of an FDA warning about possible liver injury associated with the use of propylthiouracil; and an overview of a report that assesses U.S. public health officials' handling of the H1N1 influenza outbreak.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, June 5, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features coverage of a study that puts a price tag on the hours physicians spend dealing with patients' health insurance companies; a story about new money available to physicians through the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program; a look at a Senate bill that, if enacted, would dramatically change the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission's role; and an overview of updated guidelines from the Institute of Medicine on weight gain during pregnancy.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, May 29, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features coverage of a pharmaceutical company's offer of free prescription medications to patients who lose their jobs; a review of sobering statistics on the management of patients with diabetes; an update on the novel H1N1 influenza virus; a look at a survey that examined how well patients think their health care is coordinated across multiple physicians; and a story about new research analyzing the cost implications of proposed recommendations to further limit medical residents' work hours.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, May 22, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features proposed federal legislation that would strengthen the nation's primary care infrastructure; the Academy's recommendations to the Senate Finance Committee regarding Medicare pay increases to primary care physicians; AAFP's decision to end "2-for-1" credit for evidence-based CME; and CDC's concern about maintaining adequate supplies of pediatric hepatitis B vaccine.
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ANN Weekly Podcast - Friday, May 15, 2009 -- This week's audio news summary features coverage of a report that analyzes how the government's health IT incentives and penalties will impact hospitals and physicians; an overview of an article that outlines initial lessons learned from TransforMED's medical home demonstration project; a story on the success that Duke University's family medicine residency program is enjoying after revamping its curriculum to emphasize innovative models of care; coverage of comments by AAFP Board Chair Jim King, M.D., at a congressional briefing on comparative effectiveness research; and an update on CDC actions regarding the influenza A (H1N1) outbreak.
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New AAFP President's Speech Audio -- Listen to highlights of incoming AAFP President Jim King, M.D.'s address to family physicians after his presidential installation -- an address in which King credits three family physicians for helping him set his course in life. From the AAFP Scientific Assembly, Oct. 3, 2007.
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New AAFP President's Speech Video -- Watch incoming AAFP President Jim King, M.D., address family physicians after his presidential installation -- an address in which he credits three family physicians for helping him set his course in life. From the AAFP Scientific Assembly, Oct. 3, 2007.
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"Why Are You Attending the AAFP's 2007 Congress of Delegates in Chicago?" -- In one minute or less, family physicians explain why they've taken time away from their busy lives to participate in this annual meeting, during which the Academy's governing body establishes AAFP policies and elects Academy leaders.
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Implementing the TransforMED Model of Care -- Myrtue Medical Center in Harlan, Iowa, is one of 33 family medicine practices around the country that are in the middle of a two-year national demonstration project established by TransforMED, AAFP's practice redesign initiative. This video features a visit to Myrtue's Harlan clinic and its three satellite clinics in neighboring towns to report on the practice's progress.
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AAFP Spreads Men's Health Message Via YouTube -- Watch the video clip featuring AAFP President Rick Kellerman, M.D., also now available on YouTube and other video-sharing Web sites.
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Medicare Payment News Conference at National Press Club -- Listen to excerpts from the July 10 press conference held after AAFP President Rick Kellerman, M.D., and representatives of other medical groups visited Congress to hammer home the importance of improving Medicare physician payment.
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Interview With Bruce Bagley, M.D., on CMS Quality Program -- Bruce Bagley, M.D., AAFP's medical director of quality improvement, talks with an AAFP News Now editor about CMS' Physician Quality Reporting Initiative, or PQRI, that runs from July 1 to Dec. 31. Physicians who participate can earn a 1.5 percent bonus payment from Medicare.
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AAFP President Addresses 2007 ALF-NCSC -- Both family medicine and the U.S. health care system must change so that every American can have a personal medical home, AAFP President Rick Kellerman, M.D., asserts in his presentation at the AAFP Annual Leadership Forum and National Conference of Special Constituencies May 5 in Kansas City, Mo.
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Match Day -- Listen to an up close and personal look at this year's results for family medicine in the National Resident Matching Program. On March 15 -- Match day -- medical students who have just matched into family medicine residencies describe why they chose family medicine as a career -- and what they think their first day of residency will be like.
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Overview of HCCU Proposal -- Listen to an audio news story about a proposal fielded by the Health Coverage Coalition for the Uninsured, or HCCU. This groundbreaking alliance, which includes the Academy, advocates a combination of public programs and tax incentives to extend health coverage to America's uninsured residents.
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Capitol Hill Rally Audio -- Vote for America's Health: Listen to rally highlights and hear AAFP members, officers, and invited guests send a message to Congress: Take action on issues that threaten access to health care for all Americans. From the AAFP Rally, Sept. 27, 2006.
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Capitol Hill Rally Video -- Vote for America's Health: Watch highlights of the rally and see AAFP members, officers, and invited guests send a message to Congress: Take action on issues that threaten access to health care for all Americans. From the AAFP Rally, Sept. 27, 2006.
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"Transitioning Into Practice," Segment 1 of 5 -- Family physicians new to practice share insights about the impact of malpractice insurance and reimbursement on practice selection, learning about the practice style of potential partners, and negotiating a contract and signing bonus. (Panelists are identified in this first segment.) From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 5, 2006.
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"Transitioning Into Practice," Segment 2 of 5 -- Family physicians new to practice share insights about finding a position in a community clinic, the challenges and rewards of working in such a clinic, and quality improvement and electronic health records. From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 5, 2006.
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"Transitioning Into Practice," Segment 3 of 5 -- Family physicians new to practice share insights about what residency characteristics to look for if you're interested in community clinic practice, working as a locum tenens physician to learn about practices, finding a practice with an EHR and quality improvement program, and tips on going into academic family medicine. From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 5, 2006.
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"Transitioning Into Practice," Segment 4 of 5 -- Family physicians new to practice share insights about documenting procedures, pros and cons of single-specialty and multispecialty practices, family physicians as hospitalists, and paying back student loans. From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 5, 2006.
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"Transitioning Into Practice," Segment 5 of 5 -- Family physicians new to practice share insights about obstetrics fellowships, faculty development fellowships and family medicine research. From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 5, 2006.
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"Interview With Family Medicine Resident Kelly McMullen, M.D." -- As a youngster, McMullen was one of the first winners in a poster contest sponsored by Tar Wars, the tobacco-free education program that now is an AAFP initiative. McMullen talks about how the contest influenced her choice of family medicine and the way she cares for patients. From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 2, 2006.
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"Why Did You Choose Family Medicine?" -- In 60 seconds or less, residents attending the conference tell why they were inspired to go into family medicine. From the National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students, Aug. 4, 2006.
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