IFM | Type 1 Diabetes: Dr. Oser’s Dual Perspective as Physician and Patient
Release Date: 01/14/2025
CME | Quality Improvement: Dirty Word or Practice Game-Changer?
Inside Family Medicine
The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive in to explore the concept of quality improvement (QI) in clinical practice. The co-hosts challenge the perception of QI as a burdensome task and demonstrate how it can become a powerful tool for enhancing patient care, fostering teamwork, and driving positive change. Is quality improvement a dirty word or a practice game-changer? Join our co-hosts they break down the principles and applications of QI. Discover how to implement PDSA cycles, tackle...
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FFFM | March 2025 Advocacy Rounds
Inside Family Medicine
In this Advocacy Rounds update on the Inside Family Medicine podcast, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps a visit to Capitol Hill this month with the Academy’s president, president-elect and Board Chair. These AAFP leaders held productive meetings with members of Congress and their staffs, advocating to protect Medicaid, reform Medicare physician payment and reauthorize the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education program. This episode also outlines immediate actions that AAFP members can take to advocate for these and other issues, both online (via...
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IFM | From Med School to Residency: What We Wish We Knew
Inside Family Medicine
Making the jump from med school to residency is a wild ride— exciting, exhausting, and full of surprises. In this episode, we’re getting real about what that transition looks like, from the tough moments navigating relocation and finances to all the exciting "firsts" you can anticipate. Hear straight from two family medicine residents and a residency program director as they share what they’ve learned, what they wish they had known sooner, and the best advice they’ve got for making the transition to residency a little easier. Topics 00:30 Meet the Guests: Transitioning from...
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FFFM | Where’s the Money for Primary Care?
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully welcomes back to the podcast Yalda Jabbarpour, M.D., director of the Academy’s Robert Graham Center and a practicing family physician. Their conversation centers on the RGC’s latest primary care scorecard, titled “The Cost of Neglect,” and how this new research shows the effects of chronic underinvestment in primary care. Tully also updates Academy members on two policy changes: the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation’s recent announcement that it will end several of its models,...
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CME | Small Town, Big Impact: How Rural Family Physicians Make a Difference
Inside Family Medicine
The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive into In this episode, we explore the challenges and rewards of practicing family medicine in rural communities. Hosts share their firsthand experiences navigating expanded scopes of practice, resource limitations, and the deep connections forged with their patients. They discuss the unique realities of rural healthcare, from managing emergencies with limited resources to the fulfilling nature of serving close-knit communities. This episode explores...
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IFM | Exploring the AFP Journal: Multiple Ways to Engage and Learn
Inside Family Medicine
Host Emily Holwick talks with Dr. Sumi Sexton, Editor in Chief of American Family Physician (AFP), Dr. Hector Arreaza, creator of the AFP Spanish podcast, and Dr. Carol Ávila, a third-year Family Medicine resident. They discuss the evolution and mission of AFP, its emphasis on evidence-based medicine, and how the journal supports family physicians in their practice. Dr. Sexton highlights innovative features like the AFP Clinical Answers and the expansive video library, while Dr. Arreaza and Dr. Ávila share the practical value and global reach of the AFP Spanish podcast. The episode also...
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IFM | Clinician Awareness: RSV Vaccination Timing and Co-administration
Inside Family Medicine
Host Emily Holwick talks with James Bigham, MD, MPH, FAAFP, about RSV vaccination. Dr. Bigham is a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. They talked about the critical role family physicians play in encouraging RSV vaccinations among adults aged 60 and older. Dr. Bigham discusses the latest vaccine recommendations, the importance of a collaborative decision-making process, and strategies for effective patient communication to address vaccine hesitancy. He emphasizes the impact of RSV on older adults and the necessity of vaccinations for preventing...
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IFM | Elevating the Family Physician Voice in the Media
Inside Family Medicine
Host Emily Holwick interviews Dr. Jen Caudle, a family physician and media contributor with extensive experience in sharing medical information across national media and social platforms. Dr. Caudle discusses her journey into family medicine, her motivations for engaging with media, and the importance of accurate, evidence-based health communication in today's media landscape. She emphasizes the need for diverse voices in medicine and offers advice for physicians interested in working with the media. Dr. Caudle also shares her experiences and favorite moments from various media engagements,...
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FFFM | February 2025 Advocacy Rounds
Inside Family Medicine
In this Advocacy Rounds update on the Inside Family Medicine podcast, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the past few weeks of the Academy’s work on Capitol Hill, including meetings between the AAFP’s Board of Directors and lawmakers and their staffs. Tully also talks with AAFP President-elect Sarah Nosal, M.D., about her Feb. 12 testimony in a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing titled “Optimizing Longevity: From Research to Action.” Their conversation includes ways that first-time family physician advocates can leverage their expertise and clinical...
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CME | Gamechanger Insights: Tackling Concussions in Sports
Inside Family Medicine
The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they explore the evolving understanding of concussions in sports, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and comprehensive care. They discuss real-life case studies, highlighting how concussions can present in unexpected ways and why family physicians play a crucial role in diagnosis and management. With a focus on evidence-based guidelines, the conversation explores best practices for cognitive and physical recovery, return-to-play protocols, and...
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