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Christopher Garofalo, MD
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10 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Christopher Garofalo, MD, family physician

Dr. Garofalo, who also practices obstetrics, chose private practice for control of his schedule and to provide longitudinal care to his patients.

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Transition to Attending
Finding My Place in Medicine
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6 Min Read

For PGY-1s who struggle, this is the most common weak point

Across nearly 30,000 residency program-director ratings of resident performance, one area stood out. The good news is that it can be addressed.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
Teenage patient in an appointment
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10 Min Read

How pediatric lifestyle medicine is transforming obesity care

The Kaiser Permanente Pediatric Lifestyle Medicine Program empowers teens with obesity to improve their health and gain confidence. 

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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5 Min Read

New CMS model brings ACO approach to care for kids at high risk

The ASPIRE program aims to give high-risk children and their caregivers more support and encourages more proactive pediatric care.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 Min Read

Why nutrition education must become core training for physicians

The AMA’s new nutrition education webinars will help physicians access credible nutrition science and translate it into patient care.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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7 Min Read

Going into the community to bring down high BP

Rush University Medical Center, the AMA and others combine efforts to address hypertension. Find out how.

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Prevention & Wellness
Health System Spotlight
Doctors examine giant lungs over a magnifying glass
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10 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about bronchitis

Bronchitis inflames airways, causing cough and fatigue. Jonathan Stoever, MD, a pulmonologist at Confluence Health, explains bronchitis symptoms and care.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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5 Min Read

How to make the most of your post-Match time in medical school

Medical school can be grueling. Then comes residency. Here's what you can do in your final months as a medical student to prep for the next step.

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency
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5 Min Read

Exempting physicians from H-1B visa fee protects patients

The $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications threatens access to physician-led care, particularly for patients in rural and underserved communities.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints