Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine
Scope & Guideline
Advancing the Future of Family Medicine.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Patient Care Quality and Outcomes:
Research that examines the quality of care provided in family medicine, including studies on continuity of care, patient outcomes, and management of chronic conditions. - Social Determinants of Health:
Investigations into how social factors like economic status, education, and community resources influence health outcomes and healthcare access. - Workforce Issues in Family Medicine:
Analysis of workforce trends, including physician burnout, workforce diversity, and the impact of educational policies on family medicine practitioners. - Innovations in Healthcare Delivery:
Exploration of new models of care delivery, such as telemedicine, integrated care, and community health initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes. - Health Disparities and Equity:
Research focused on racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, with an emphasis on strategies to promote health equity. - Chronic Disease Management:
Studies addressing the management and treatment of chronic diseases within the primary care setting, including opioid use disorder and diabetes care. - Educational Strategies and Training:
Research on the education and training of family medicine residents and practicing physicians, including curriculum development and assessment methods.
Trending and Emerging
- Telehealth and Virtual Care:
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth, with an increasing number of studies examining its effectiveness, patient satisfaction, and integration into primary care. - Health Equity and Social Justice:
A growing body of research is focusing on health disparities and the social determinants of health, highlighting the importance of equity in healthcare access and outcomes. - Mental Health Integration:
There is a rising trend towards integrating mental health services into primary care, with studies exploring the impact of mental health on physical health outcomes. - Chronic Pain and Opioid Management:
Research on innovative approaches to managing chronic pain and opioid use disorder continues to rise, reflecting the ongoing opioid crisis and the need for effective treatment strategies. - Patient-Centered Care Models:
Emerging themes emphasize the importance of patient-centered care, including shared decision-making and personalized treatment plans. - Use of Technology and Artificial Intelligence:
Investigations into the application of technology, including artificial intelligence, in enhancing patient care and improving health outcomes are increasingly prominent.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Disease Management Approaches:
There appears to be a decline in research focused solely on traditional disease management strategies, as the emphasis shifts towards holistic, patient-centered care models. - In-Person Care Models:
With the rise of telemedicine and virtual care, there is a noticeable decrease in studies centered around in-person care models, reflecting a broader shift in healthcare delivery. - Generalist vs. Specialist Perspectives:
Research that contrasts generalist family medicine practices with those of specialists seems to be waning, potentially overshadowed by the focus on integrated care models. - Basic Clinical Skills Training:
Topics related to foundational clinical skills training for family physicians are appearing less frequently, as the focus shifts to advanced practice and technology integration.
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