New Behavioral Health Resources Now Available
The Behavioral Health Integration Collaborative this month published an enhanced and updated version of its BHI Compendium, which is supplemented by a series of practice guides and related materials.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211103bhitools.html
AAFP Signs Off on Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations
After expedited review of the evidence, the AAFP has approved a recommendation from the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to allow for the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11 years.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211103covidvaccchildren.html
2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Represents Step Toward Prioritizing Primary Care, ...
2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Represents Step Toward Prioritizing Primary Care, Family Medicine
AAFP News : Media Center
https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/statements/2022-Medicare-Physician-Fee-Schedule.html
Musculoskeletal Medicine Online Course | AAFP CME
Register for this Feb 16-19 virtual CME course focused on range of motion, stability, and other musculoskeletal treatments. Earn AAFP and AOA credits.
CME : All CME Products
https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/musculoskeletal-medicine-livestream.html
Report: Overhaul Transition From Med School to Residency
A recent report called for a comprehensive overhaul of the process that transitions medical students to residency training. The AAFP already is taking steps that address many of the recommendations.
AAFP News : CME
https://www.aafp.org/news/education-professional-development/20211102ugrcrecs.html
AAFP Applauds FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization of COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages ...
AAFP Applauds FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization of COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 5-11
AAFP News : Media Center
https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/statements/covid-19-vaccines-children.html
Women's Health Online CME Course | AAFP
Enhance your ability to develop evaluation and treatment plans for every woman you treat, at every stage of her life with this AAFP online CME course. Earn 21 CME credits.
CME : All CME Products
https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/womens/self-study.html
In AAFP Win, HHS Moves to Repeal SUNSET Rule
In a win for the Academy’s advocacy, HHS has proposed to withdraw a rule that would have added unnecessary administrative complexity without clear benefit.
AAFP News : Advocacy and Government
https://www.aafp.org/news/government-medicine/20211101sunsetrule.html
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking on Screening for Eating Disorders
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is accepting comments on a draft recommendation and draft evidence review that found insufficient evidence to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for eating disorders.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211029uspstfeating.html
Provisions in President Biden’s Build Back Better Framework Support Family Physicians, ...
Provisions in President Biden’s Build Back Better Framework Support Family Physicians, Primary Care
AAFP News : Media Center
https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/statements/provisions-in-president-bidens-build-back-better-framework-support-family-physicians-primary-care.html
Social Determinants Grab Spotlight in New Obesity Report
The latest findings of an annual obesity report shed new light on how social determinants of health and COVID-19 have contributed to the obesity crisis in the United States.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211028stateofobesity.html
COVID-19 Vaccine Use in Children Conversation | AAFP
Join us for a virtual conversation addressing the use of COVID-19 vaccines in children, November 3 from 7-8 pm CST.
Family Physician : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/current-hot-topics/recent-outbreaks/covid-19/covid-19-vaccine/conversation.html
Global Health Summit Conference | AAFP
Network and learn with global health advocates at the AAFP's Global Health Summit conference.
Events : Global Health Summit
https://www.aafp.org/events/global-health.html
AAMC Honors FP Mentor With National Award
More than two decades after she first experienced it as a student, Natalie Rodriguez, M.D., remains dedicated to the patients and students at the University of California-San Diego Student-Run Free Clinic Project.
AAFP News : Family Doc Focus
https://www.aafp.org/news/family-doc-focus/20211026fdf-rodriguez.html
HHS Loan Repayment Grants Answer Academy’s Workforce Push
Following AAFP advocacy, HHS has announced $100 million of funding for state loan repayment programs to support primary care practices in underserved communities.
AAFP News : Advocacy and Government
https://www.aafp.org/news/government-medicine/20211026slrp.html
Three AAFP Presidents, One Message: Stabilize Primary Care
Three AAFP presidents this week call on Congress to stabilize primary care. Stephanie Quinn, AAFP senior vice president of advocacy, practice advancement and policy, details their agenda in the In the Trenches Blog.
AAFP News : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/inthetrenches/entry/20211026itt-hillmeetings.html
Family Physicians Urge Policymakers to Focus on Mental Health Care for Children, Families
Family Physicians Urge Policymakers to Focus on Mental Health Care for Children, Families
AAFP News : Media Center
https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/statements/family-physicians-mental-health-care-children-families.html
Children and Adolescents
It is anticipated that a vaccine will be authorized for children aged 5-11 very soon. In preparation, the AAFP is working with the White House, HHS, and the CDC to provide information and resources to assist family physicians and their patients.
Family Physician : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/current-hot-topics/recent-outbreaks/covid-19/covid-19-vaccine/children-and-adolescents.html
Maintaining Empathy in Vaccine Discussions Is Key
Talking with patients about the COVID-19 vaccines has been challenging for many family physicians. In this Fresh Perspectives post, Tate Hinkle, M.D., M.P.H., shares some of his own experiences and reminds members why it’s important to keep having these conversations.
AAFP News : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/freshperspectives/entry/20211025fp-empathy.html
AAFP Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Plan From FDA, CDC
The FDA, CDC and AAFP have approved recommendations that will expand the use of COVID-19 vaccine booster doses for tens of millions of Americans.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211025covidboosters.html
Booster Dose Table
The CDC recommended that all three COVID-19 vaccines can be used as booster doses in eligible populations. These individuals can receive a different vaccine than the one they first received. This table compares booster options.
Family Physician : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/current-hot-topics/recent-outbreaks/covid-19/covid-19-vaccine/booster-dose-table.html
USPSTF Revises Recommendation on Aspirin to Prevent CVD
A new draft recommendation from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force on the use of aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease differs substantially from the task force’s current recommendation. Sarah Coles, M.D., chair of the AAFP’s Commission on Health of the Public and Science, ...
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211021aspirincvd.html
Member Feedback Shapes Academy Priorities
The results of this year’s Member Satisfaction Survey show that members continue to see high value in the AAFP’s efforts. Overall satisfaction rose this year — a year of a pandemic in which family physicians had more need than ever for a bold champion.
AAFP News : Inside the Academy
https://www.aafp.org/news/inside-aafp/20211021satisfaction.html
Academy Backs Push for HDHP Primary Care Deductible Waivers
The AAFP recently wrote in support of the Primary and Virtual Care Affordability Act, which would allow the waiver of primary care and telehealth deductibles through 2023 for patients covered by high-deductible health plans.
AAFP News : Advocacy and Government
https://www.aafp.org/news/government-medicine/20211020hdhpwaivers.html
Thoughts to Ponder Before You Sign an Employment Contract
With the AAFP rolling out new resources related to physician employment contracts, we asked our new physician bloggers to share advice for residents pondering their first contracts.
AAFP News : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/freshperspectives/entry/20211019fp-contracts.html
Bringing a ‘Whole-hog’ Approach to Prevention, Public Health
Oregon AFP President Stewart Decker, M.D., strives to help his rural community as both a family physician and a public health advocate.
AAFP News : Family Doc Focus
https://www.aafp.org/news/family-doc-focus/20211019fdf-decker.html
Real Talk with Family Docs Event Series
Register for a series that features family physicians across the country who are opening up to medical students about why they chose their career and what their daily lives are like.
Students and Residents : Medical Students
https://www.aafp.org/students-residents/medical-students/explore-career-in-family-medicine/real-talk-with-family-docs-event-series.html
Cardiovascular Conditions Online CME Course | AAFP
Discover new ways to treat and manage your patients with cardiovascular conditions with this AAFP online CME activity. Earn 27.5 CME credits.
CME : All CME Products
https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/cardiovascular/self-study.html
AAFP, NHMA Join Forces on Advancing Health Equity
The AAFP and the National Hispanic Medical Association recently signed an agreement to work together to address health disparities in Latinx/Hispanic patients and remedy underrepresentation of Latinx/Hispanic physicians.
AAFP News : Inside the Academy
https://www.aafp.org/news/inside-aafp/20211018aafpnhma.html
Title X Final Rule Reflects Academy Advocacy
Following three years of Academy advocacy, HHS this month finalized Title X rule-making in favor of family physicians and their patients.
AAFP News : Advocacy and Government
https://www.aafp.org/news/government-medicine/20211014titlex.html
Task Force Makes Recommendations on SUD, Pain, Mental Health
A new Substance Use and Pain Care Task Force formed by the AMA with the AAFP and others has issued recommendations to improve access to care and harm-reduction strategies for patients with pain, substance use disorders or mental illness.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211014sudpain.html
It’s Not Too Late to Experience FMX With On Demand
If you missed the recent Family Medicine Experience, you can still experience it with FMX On Demand and earn more than 120 enduring CME credits. You can also register now for the 2022 event and save up to $200.
AAFP News : Inside the Academy
https://www.aafp.org/news/inside-aafp/20211014fmx.html
FP Essentials #509 Kidney Disease | AAFP
CME monograph focused on family medicine clinical topics. This edition includes acute kidney injury; chronic kidney disease; end-stage renal disease; kidney stones.
CME | FP Essentials : Subscriptions
https://www.aafp.org/cme/subscriptions/fp-essentials/editions/509-ed.html
Army Docs Inspired Pilot’s Path to Family Medicine
Maj. Mike Brisson, D.O., M.P.H., Ph.D., a winner of the AAFP’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education, was inspired to go to medical school by the osteopathic flight surgeons who treated him during his deployment in Afghanistan.
AAFP News : Family Doc Focus
https://www.aafp.org/news/family-doc-focus/20211012fdf-brisson.html
AAFP Urges Better Broadband for Telehealth, Health Equity
AAFP President Sterling Ransone, M.D., testified to a Senate subcommittee that improved broadband access is essential for building on the success of telehealth that has been seen during the pandemic.
AAFP News : Advocacy and Government
https://www.aafp.org/news/government-medicine/20211012telehealth.html
The Art and Science of Quitting Your Job
According to Lalita Abhyankar, M.D., M.H.S., new physicians aren’t trained how to quit a job, let alone how to quit gracefully. In this Fresh Perspectives blog post, she discusses her decision to leave her previous position and shares lessons learned.
AAFP News : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/freshperspectives/entry/20211012fp-quitgrace.html
Low-dose Aspirin Recommended to Prevent Preeclampsia
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recently posted a final statement recommending low-dose aspirin as preventive medication after 12 weeks’ gestation in people at high risk for preeclampsia.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211007uspstfpreeclampsia.html
COVID-19 Continues to Cause Some People to Put Off Care
Two family physicians offer advice about helping patients catch up on health care in response to two recent reports about delayed and missed care during the pandemic.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20211006delayedcare.html
AAFP Applauds HHS Decision to Restore Title X, Improve Access to Comprehensive Care
AAFP Applauds HHS Decision to Restore Title X, Improve Access to Comprehensive Care
AAFP News : Media Center
https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/statements/aafp-hhs-decision-restore-title-x.html
Live CME No Longer Required for AAFP Membership
In the AAFP’s latest move to adapt to family physicians’ evolving needs, the Academy has eliminated the requirement for active members to earn 25 credits of CME through live activities.
AAFP News : CME
https://www.aafp.org/news/education-professional-development/20211005cmereq.html
Potential Wins Seen as Congress Ponders Reconciliation
In a recent letter, the Academy identified several sections of the House reconciliation bill that are in strong alignment with AAFP priorities.
AAFP News : Advocacy and Government
https://www.aafp.org/news/government-medicine/20211005reconciliation.html
Physician Employment Questions? The AAFP Has You Covered
AAFP members need look no further than the Academy’s Employment Contracting webpage to find the information they need to land just the right job opportunity and negotiate an employment agreement that meets their personal and professional needs.
AAFP News : Practice and Career
https://www.aafp.org/news/practice-professional-issues/20211005employresources.html
Substance Use Disorders Online CME | AAFP
Implement a patient-centered approach to diagnose and manage patients with a substance use disorder with this AAFP online activity. Earn 17.75 CME credits.
CME : All CME Products
https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/substance-use-disorders.html
Family Medicine Worth the Wait for GME Award Winner
After taking a 10-year break from her training, Melanie Dance, M.D., M.P.H., a winner of the AAFP’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education, is making the most of her second chance at residency.
AAFP News : Family Doc Focus
https://www.aafp.org/news/family-doc-focus/20211004fdf-dance.html
Child and Adolescent Health Online CME Course | AAFP
Grow your pediatric medicine skills and advance the level of care you deliver to your youngest patients with this online CME from AAFP. Earn 25.5 CME credits.
CME : All CME Products
https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/child-adolescent-health/self-study.html
Life After Residency: Exploring Practice Options in Family Medicine -- FPM
Oct 1, 2021 - Your options are limitless, so start your job search with a clear understanding of your personal and professional interests.
Family Practice Management : Articles
https://www.aafp.org/fpm/2021/0900/p30.html
Inspirational FPs Are Speaking Out to Protect Patients
For National Primary Care Week, medical student Amy Hoffman writes in the Leader Voices Blog about family physicians who are making their voices heard and combatting misinformation during the pandemic.
AAFP News : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/leadervoices/entry/20211001lv-npcw.html
Questions About Repurposed Content | AAFP Credit System
View answers to frequently asked questions regarding the AAFP CME Credit System and repurposed content.
CME : AAFP Credit System
https://www.aafp.org/cme/credit-system/faq/repurposed-content.html
Repurposed Content Tutorial | AAFP Credit System
This tutorial from AAFP Credit System will provide CME providers information about the repurposed content process option available in the AAFP online application.
CME : AAFP Credit System
https://www.aafp.org/cme/credit-system/tutorials/repurposed-content.html
COVID-19 Booster Rollout Begins as Vaccination Rate Climbs
The CDC’s approval of booster shots of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain populations has confused some patients, renewing the need for robust counseling from family physicians.
AAFP News : Patient Care
https://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20210930pfizerbooster.html