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Patient Resources

Patient education resources play a vital role in helping individuals better understand their health, treatment options, and preventive care. Through our OFP Patient Education handouts, patients can access clear, physician‑reviewed materials designed to support informed decision‑making and meaningful conversations with their healthcare providers. In addition, we offer links to trusted partner resources, ensuring patients and families have access to credible, evidence‑based information on a wide range of health topics. Together, these resources empower patients with reliable education tools they can trust.

OFP Patient Education Handouts

Each issue of Osteopathic Family Physician, the ACOFP’s official journal, features a ready-to-use patient handout. These handouts have been prepared by physicians, residents, and members of  OFP’s Editorial Committee. Just download the below PDFs and print out for easy distribution to your patients.

 

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The Osteopathic Family Physician Patient Education Handouts are a public service of the ACOFP. The information and recommendations appearing on this page are appropriate in many instances; however, they are not a substitute for medical diagnosis by a physician. For specific information concerning your personal medical condition, ACOFP suggests that you consult your family physician. This page may be photocopied noncommercially by physicians and other health care professionals to share with their patients.