Subclinical Thyroid Dysfunction in Family Practice: Evidence, Treatment Thresholds, and Counseling for Patient-Requested Testing Review Abstract Background Subclinical thyroid dysfunction is defined by biochemistry rather than symptoms. Subclinical hypothyroidism presents as an elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level with a free thyroxine (FT4) level that remains within the
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Reducing Low-Value Testing in Family Medicine: High-Yield Diagnostic Stewardship for Common Outpatient Complaints
Reducing Low-Value Testing in Family Medicine: High-Yield Diagnostic Stewardship for Common Outpatient Complaints Review Abstract Low-value diagnostic testing is common in family medicine. These tests can expose patients to false-positive results, incidental findings, and unnecessary treatments. They may also involve radiation, lead to higher costs,
How to Define Analgesia and Implement Safe Opioid Therapy Protocols in Family Medicine
How to Define Analgesia and Implement Safe Opioid Therapy Protocols in Family Medicine Review Key Takeaways Family physicians occupy a central position in the management of acute and chronic pain, making safe opioid prescribing a critical component of primary care practice. As opioid related morbidity and mortality
Contemporary Lipid Management in Family Practice: Risk Stratification, Coronary Artery Calcium, and Shared Decision-Making for Statin Therapy
Contemporary Lipid Management in Family Practice: Risk Stratification, Coronary Artery Calcium, and Shared Decision-Making for Statin Therapy Review Abstract Purpose: This paper examines current approaches to lipid management in family practice, focusing on risk stratification methods, the role of coronary artery calcium scoring, and implementation of
The RSV Vaccine for Adults: Where Does It Fit in Family Practice?
The RSV Vaccine for Adults: Where Does It Fit in Family Practice? Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) represents a significant and often underrecognized cause of respiratory illness in adults. Although traditionally viewed as
