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Racial Disparity in the Associations of Microalbuminuria and Macroalbuminuria with Odds of Hypertension: Results from the NHANES Study in the United States
Background. Limited information is available on whether the associations of microalbuminuria and macroalbuminuria with the odds of hypertension differ among non-Hispanic Whites, non-Hispanic Blacks, and Hispanics. Methods. Cross...
Caring for underserved patients presents great challenges for community practices. This report discusses an interdisciplinary underserved practice that was reorganized in 2008 allowing for practice improvement and greater community...
Background The proportion of black, Latino, and Native American faculty in U.S. academic medical centers has remained almost unchanged over the last 20 years. Some authors credit the "minority tax"—the burden of extra responsibilities...
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Retention and recruitment of minority faculty members continues to be a concern of medical schools because there is higher attrition and talent loss among this group. While much has been written, there has not...
As the U.S. population grows more diverse, it is becoming more and more important for medical schools to address health disparities, underserved populations and cultural competency. The growing population places increasing demands on our...
At the University of Florida, we enthusiastically educate and encourage students about family medicine. Communities in which family physicians practice are healthier, and relationships patients have with their family physicians are some...
The world of primary care can be complex and challenging. With an ever increasing body of medical knowledge, primary care physicians must make it a priority to think outside the box when diagnosing patients. This is especially true when...
With the number of individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes on the rise, it has become more important to ensure these patients are effectively treated. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that 8.3% of all Americans...
Objectives: Pharmacist-managed collaborative services in a family practice setting are described, and diabetes and hypertension outcomes are assessed. Methods: Pharmacist-managed clinics, pharmacotherapy consultations, and drug...
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