Family Medicine Vital Signs

by Robert Calvert, DO As family medicine residents and attending physicians, we are often faced with the challenging task of explaining conflicting guidelines regarding breast cancer screening to our patients. With various organizations and expert groups providing differing recommendations, it can be perplexing for both healthcare providers and patients alike. Breast cancer screening guidelines have … More Navigating Conflicting Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

by Prashanth Fenn, MD After four years of rigorous studying and countless exams, likely the most devastating news for a medical student to hear is that they have not matched into their anticipated specialty. Thankfully, the somewhat chaotic yet efficient Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP) can be a chance to land a residency position that … More How to Use SOAP (For Future Scrubs)

by Marta Schenck, MD Going into my rotation at Snowbird Injury Clinic this winter I was a bit ambivalent. We had already had epic amounts of snowfall which had made getting up Little Cottonwood Canyon to Snowbird Resort for the clinic challenging for some of my co-residents. And on the day prior to starting, the … More Rotations

by Emily Miro, MD As I near graduation, I have found it more and more challenging to feel excited about work. It’s easy to think of all of the things that make our jobs difficult. The breadth and depth of issues we see in clinic as family medicine residents often feels nearly impossible to skillfully … More Shifting My Mindset

by Kayla Hatchell, MD Salt Lake City, despite its location in a land-locked state, draws a larger international population than I expected. It could be the international airport, the lure of outdoor activities, or another factor I have not discovered yet. As patients pass through or have relocated from across the world, we see plenty … More Stories from a Multi-Cultural Practice

by Blake McConnell, MD Family medicine is a crucial component of the healthcare system, providing primary care to individuals and families across the lifespan. However, in recent years, there has been a decline in medical students’ interest in family medicine, which has resulted in a shortage of primary care physicians in many areas. This shortage … More Increasing Family Medicine Interest in Medical Students