November/December 2006 Annals of Family Medicine...( rent treatment guidelines that emphasiz...)

November/December 2006 Annals of Family Medicine tip sheet

rent treatment guidelines that emphasize diagnosis and technical care. This study of 121 depressed Hispanic patients finds that most think their primary care physician could be helpful in treating their depression and that supportive talk with their doctor is an effective treatment. Three quarters thought that medication could be helpful, or were not sure. Conceptual Models of Treatment in Depressed Hispanic Patients
By Alison Karasz, Ph.D., et al

A NEW MEASURE OF CONTINUITY OF CARE

An experience-based measure of continuity of care (ECC-DM) proved to be reliable and a valid tool that is suitable for use in different care settings. This tool can increase physicians understanding of factors that improve or harm patients experiences of continuity of care and can be completed by the patient or in an interview format. Measuring Continuity of Care in Diabetes Mellitus: An Experience-Based Measure
By Martin C. Gulliford, F.R.C.P., et al

ASSESSMENT OF A RACE-BASED PHARMACEUTICAL DRUG

BiDil is the first drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration marketed for a single racial-ethnic group, African-Americans, in the treatment of congestive heart failure. This analysis discusses background issues to help prepare physicians to counsel patients about this controversial drug. BiDil: Assessing a Race-Based Pharmaceutical
By Howard Brody, M.D., Ph.D., et al

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The 2007 H. Trendley Dean Memorial Award will be presented today to Dr. Kenneth Stephen, Emeritus Professor of Dental Public Health at the University of Glasgow Dental School, Glasgow, United Kingdom.

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