Research Article

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Effectiveness of a Clinically Oriented Motivational Interviewing Training Program in Increasing Skills & Changing Perceptions

Objective: This study assessed: 1) the effectiveness of a Motivational Interviewing (MI) training program to improve the skills of family practice residents, and 2) resident and Standardized Patient’s perception of the effectiveness of training and beliefs about MI in clinical practice.M...

Review Articles

18-24
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To Circumcise or Not to Circumcise

This review article takes an evidence-based approach in the discussion of circumcision. International and national statistics are described to give context to the practice. The article reviews preventative health benefits of circumcision. There is also a summary of the bioethical reasons...
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Sleep Disorders & Treatment

Sleep disorders are a common complaint in the primary care setting and have important medical and social consequences. Diagnosis can usually be made through history and physical. Polysomnography is useful for the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea and limb movement disorders. Insomnia ...

Ethical Considerations in Prescribing or Withholding Opioids for Chronic Pain

Pain is among the most common reasons that patients seek help from their physicians in the United States: it is estimated that chronic pain results in up to $635 billion per year in health care costs and lost productivity.The management of chronic pain is complex and can be problematic f...

Clinical Images

39-42
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Keeping Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis in Mind

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Patient Education Handout(s)

Circumcision

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From the President's Desk

ACOFP Going Forward: Five Words to Remember

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Editor's Message

Yes, Healthcare is Complicated

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