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Diabetes In The Oncology Setting Webinar Series, Jennifer Williams, Denise A. Palma, Michael Rizk Msn, Aprn, Fnp-C, Bc-Adm
Diabetes In The Oncology Setting Webinar Series, Jennifer Williams, Denise A. Palma, Michael Rizk Msn, Aprn, Fnp-C, Bc-Adm
2021 Education Week Posters
Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders
The Effectiveness Of A Nurse Practitioner (Np) Led Clinic For Heart Failure (Hf) Patients Following Hospital Discharge In A Rural Community Setting, Tami Collins, Michelle Renaud
The Effectiveness Of A Nurse Practitioner (Np) Led Clinic For Heart Failure (Hf) Patients Following Hospital Discharge In A Rural Community Setting, Tami Collins, Michelle Renaud
College of Health Sciences Posters
Purpose: To explore if patient participation in the NP led HF clinic may reduce 30-day HF readmissions while providing HF specific education, recognition of symptoms/ management, teaching self-care, while ensuring that continued follow up occurs.
Research Questions: 1) Is there a significant difference between readmission rates in patients followed in the HF clinic compared to general HF follow up? 2) Is there a significant difference in patient knowledge including HF symptoms, self-management for patients followed in the NP led HF clinic for a minimum of 30 days? 3) How satisfied are patients that followed in the NP led HF clinic …
The Maine Lung Cancer Coalition: A Statewide, Multi-Sector Partnership To Improve Evidence-Based Lung Cancer Prevention & Screening, Leo B Waterston, Liz Scharnetzki, Susan Leeds, Jaclyn A. Janis, Lee Lucas, Deborah Deatrick, Rebecca Boulos, Neil Korsen, Paul K.J. Han
The Maine Lung Cancer Coalition: A Statewide, Multi-Sector Partnership To Improve Evidence-Based Lung Cancer Prevention & Screening, Leo B Waterston, Liz Scharnetzki, Susan Leeds, Jaclyn A. Janis, Lee Lucas, Deborah Deatrick, Rebecca Boulos, Neil Korsen, Paul K.J. Han
Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat 2021
MLCC has two primary goals:
1. Engage and educate about evidence based lung cancer prevention and screening practices
2. Develop, implement, and evaluate innovative programs to increase access to prevention, screening, and treatment services for all Mainers
Assessing Stroke Awareness, Preparedness, And Preferred Communication Modalities, Dana I. Allison
Assessing Stroke Awareness, Preparedness, And Preferred Communication Modalities, Dana I. Allison
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
Stroke is currently the fifth leading cause of death and is recognized as one of the most expensive chronic diseases in the United States, generating 30 billion dollars annually in medical costs and lost earnings. In this exploratory research study, we examine patients’ knowledge of stroke features, associated risk factors to enhance communication, and educational practices of for primary care clinicians to enhance patient preparedness and stroke outcomes for patient populations with risk factors for stroke.
Prolonged Thunder Before The Storm – Diagnosis Of Aortobronchial Fistula After 28 Months Of Recurrent Hemoptysis, Hilamber Subba, Truc Ta, Edmund Sears
Prolonged Thunder Before The Storm – Diagnosis Of Aortobronchial Fistula After 28 Months Of Recurrent Hemoptysis, Hilamber Subba, Truc Ta, Edmund Sears
Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat 2021
Aortobronchial fistula (ABF) should always be considered in patients with hemoptysis and previous thoracic surgery, however the diagnosis is known to be difficult both clinically and radiographically1. We present a case with the longest indolent course of hemoptysis reported to date .
Addressing Covid-19 Vaccine Hesitancy, Aram S. Garewal
Addressing Covid-19 Vaccine Hesitancy, Aram S. Garewal
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the United States is a major roadblock in the fight against a raging pandemic. Education on mRNA vaccine technology, efficacy, and safety may help reduce public hesitancy. An educational handout was created and distributed at the Brookfield Family Practice to help alleviate COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the local community.
Implementing An Intimate Partner Violence Screening At A Connecticut Family Medicine Practice, Nikkole Turgeon
Implementing An Intimate Partner Violence Screening At A Connecticut Family Medicine Practice, Nikkole Turgeon
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health problem throughout the United States. The aim of this project was to implement a validated IPV screening form into the work flow of the Newtown Primary Care office and increase awareness about IPV throughout the office. The Hits, Insults, Threatens, Screams (HITS) screening form was implemented and resources from local domestic violence agencies were obtained for the office. A system was set up for patients who screen positive to be referred to the in-house therapist and to local domestic violence agencies. Future steps could include further training and education for the …