Happy Holidays from AFMC! We appreciate your viewership and support over the last year. Please enjoy snippets of our most popular blog posts from 2024. We hope to bring you more engaging and insightful content in 2025!
Think DEEP™ about Diabetes Education
When talking to our patients about diabetes, we often focus too much on the “how” and not the “why.” We may recommend patients stop smoking, eat better, or exercise regularly. But how many of our patients truly understand the benefits of these actions in controlling their diabetes and staying healthy?
Intentionality is Hard but Necessary in Healthcare
Lately, things have felt very rushed. Maybe it’s the after-effects of the pandemic. Maybe I have too many things on my plate. Whatever the reason, I don’t feel as though I have time for genuine, real interactions outside of work. When it comes to healthcare, though, those genuine, real interactions are what build the culture of our practices. Making the patient feel welcome and engaged, regardless of how our day has been, is critical to strengthening the doctor-patient relationship.
Solutions in Action: The UAMS PRI’s Impact on Mental Health Care
Addressing mental health challenges requires more than awareness; it demands action and innovation, especially within Arkansas. Dr. Laura Dunn is chair of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) department of psychiatry and director of the Psychiatric Research Institute (PRI). With a growing emphasis on improving mental health support, she leads efforts to develop innovative strategies that meet the unique challenges faced by individuals in our state. From enhancing access to researching effective treatment options, the PRI is dedicated to advancing mental health services in Arkansas. Dr. Dunn has seen firsthand how their initiatives are making a difference for individuals and families in need of support.
Osteomyelitis: A Bone-a-fide Overview of Risk Factors, Prevention, and Treatment
Osteomyelitis may not be a household term, but this bone infection is more common than many people realize, affecting thousands of people each year. Imagine a silent invader that can turn a simple cut or injury into a life-altering condition, especially for those with diabetes or weakened immune systems. Understanding osteomyelitis is crucial not only for you but also for your patients. Dr. Amanda Novack, infectious disease specialist at Baptist Health, will help uncover more about this condition so that you can learn when a cut or broken bone requires common treatment or something more serious.
Transforming Patient Care: Success Stories from AFMC’s Practice Transformation Team
AFMC’s Practice Transformation team has been making significant strides in transforming patient care, particularly through initiatives focused on preventive screenings and effective healthcare navigation. Rhelinda McFadden and Stacey George, manager and supervisor of the Practice Transformation department at AFMC, have seen its positive impact on health outcomes within our state.