ITEMS IN FPM ON TOPIC:
Patient education
May/June 2022 Issue
Food Is Medicine: Four Lessons From Incorporating Cooking Classes Into Practice
[The Last Word]
This unconventional intervention can improve patients’ quality of life.
November/December 2021 Issue
Combatting COVID-19 Information Overload
[From the Editor]
In the digital age, patients sometimes have the same access to the latest information as family physicians. But they still need us to filter it for them.
November/December 2018 Issue
Five Ways to Communicate Risks So That Patients Understand
[Feature]
When discussing a patient’s risk of developing a disease or the risks associated with a screening test, these simple techniques can ensure clarity.
November/December 2018 Issue
Communicating Risks: Let's Talk Numeracy
[From the Editor]
Understanding numeracy will make your risk conversations with patients more effective.
July/August 2018 Issue
Patient Inducements: The New Dos and Don'ts
[Feature]
The limits on giving free goods and services to Medicare and Medicaid patients are complex. Here’s how to avoid regulatory trouble.
July/August 2018 Issue
Four Mobile Apps for Pain Management
[SPPACES: App Reviews]
These apps can help you and your patients more effectively manage their acute and chronic pain.
May/June 2018 Issue
Five Mobile Apps for Mindfulness
[SPPACES: App Reviews]
Recommend these apps for patients interested in incorporating mindfulness into their care plan.
March/April 2018 Issue
Encouraging Health Behavior Change: Eight Evidence-Based Strategies
[Feature]
Using these brief interventions, you can help your patients make healthy behavior changes.
May/June 2016 Issue
Encouraging Children’s Literacy in Your Practice
[Feature]
Providing free books to your youngest patients can improve literacy and patient satisfaction.
March/April 2014 Issue
Adding Health Education Specialists to Your Practice
[Feature]
These multifaceted employees can improve patient care, generate additional net revenue, and prepare your practice for the future.
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