ANNALS OF FAMILY MEDICINE
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Family Health Through Research Excellence
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Primary Care Research:
Focusing on evidence-based research that addresses the challenges and innovations within primary care, including prevention, management of chronic diseases, and health outcomes. - Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health:
Exploring how social factors influence health outcomes and striving for equitable access to healthcare for all populations. - Innovations in Clinical Practice:
Highlighting new models of care, technology integration, and practice transformation aimed at improving patient care delivery. - Education and Training in Family Medicine:
Addressing the development of curricula, training programs, and competency-based education for family medicine practitioners. - Community Health Engagement:
Investigating the role of family medicine in community health initiatives, public health responses, and patient-centered care.
Trending and Emerging
- Telehealth and Remote Care:
The rapid expansion of telehealth services and remote patient monitoring has become a prominent topic, driven by the need for accessible care during the COVID-19 pandemic. - Mental Health Integration in Primary Care:
There is a significant increase in research surrounding the integration of mental health services within primary care settings, addressing the holistic needs of patients. - Health Equity Initiatives:
A growing trend towards examining and addressing health disparities and advocating for health equity, particularly among underserved populations. - Artificial Intelligence and Technology in Healthcare:
Emerging studies are increasingly focusing on the application of AI and digital technologies to enhance patient care, streamline practices, and improve health outcomes. - Community-Based Participatory Research:
An upsurge in research that involves community engagement and collaboration to address local health needs, ensuring that interventions are culturally relevant and effective.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Clinical Guidelines:
There appears to be a waning interest in conventional clinical guidelines as primary care evolves towards more personalized and patient-centered approaches. - Single-Disease Focus Studies:
Research concentrating solely on single disease entities is declining in favor of comprehensive approaches that address multimorbidity and integrated care models. - Conventional Pharmacotherapy Studies:
Studies centered on traditional medication management are less frequent, reflecting a shift towards exploring holistic and multidisciplinary treatment strategies.
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