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Royal Canin ePublishes Results from American Association of Feline Practitioners' Cat Friendly Certificate Program

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

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ST. CHARLES, Mo., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ROYAL CANIN® U.S. a division of Mars, Incorporated and leader in pet health nutrition, has released results from a survey conducted in partnership with the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP). The findings, published in the white paper Getting Cats Back to Your Practice with the AAFP Cat Friendly Certificate Program, collected data from 822 individuals who completed the AAFP Cat Friendly Certificate through Royal Canin-sponsored access.

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Since launching in 2020, the AAFP Cat Friendly Certificate Program has achieved significant success, with nearly 6,000 individuals completing the program through Royal Canin-sponsored access.
The findings, published in the white paper Getting Cats Back to Your Practice with the AAFP Cat Friendly Certificate Program, collected data from 822 individuals who completed the AAFP Cat Friendly Certificate through Royal Canin-sponsored access.
The AAFP developed the Cat Friendly Certificate Program for all veterinary team members, with the intention of improving individual knowledge, skills and best in-clinic practices for feline medicine.
For more information about Royal Canin-sponsored access to the AAFP Cat Friendly Certificate Program, ask your Royal Canin representative for a coupon code and then visit catvets.com/rc.

1 in 3 Primary Care Physicians Have Already Tried AI Scribe Tools, Outlook Is Cautiously Optimistic, Finds Elation Health Survey

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Elation Health , the clinical-first technology company powering innovation in primary care, today announced the results of a survey of 229 primary care physicians focused on the benefits, desired features, and hurdles to adoption of artificial intelligence–powered (AI) medical scribe tools in the EHR.

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Elation Health , the clinical-first technology company powering innovation in primary care, today announced the results of a survey of 229 primary care physicians focused on the benefits, desired features, and hurdles to adoption of artificial intelligence–powered (AI) medical scribe tools in the EHR.
AI scribe tools use speech recognition and natural language processing to capture and transcribe conversations between a physician and a patient during clinical encounters.
According to the survey, 67% of primary care physicians have not yet tried an AI scribe solution and are looking to EHR vendors to guide them to the best option that integrates with their system.
“This survey affirms that our clinicians are cautiously optimistic about the potential of AI and its promise.

Suki AI Wins 2023 North American Frost & Sullivan Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan's recent assessment of conversational AI for healthcare providers resulted in it recognizing Suki AI with the 2023 North American Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award. As a leader in voice AI technology for healthcare, the company is on a mission to lift the administrative burden from clinicians by providing them with the tools and resources needed to alleviate time spent on administrative tasks.

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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan 's recent assessment of conversational AI for healthcare providers resulted in it recognizing Suki AI with the 2023 North American Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan honors the most promising and disruptive market participant with the award.
Suki AI stands out with its innovative use of technology and quick response to market needs that bring forth groundbreaking solutions and redefine the competitive landscape.
It incorporates customer-centric strategies, building substantial brand equity and elevating its market leadership status," added Delfina Huergo, Best Practices research analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

Suki AI Wins 2023 North American Frost & Sullivan Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan's recent assessment of conversational AI for healthcare providers resulted in it recognizing Suki AI with the 2023 North American Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award. As a leader in voice AI technology for healthcare, the company is on a mission to lift the administrative burden from clinicians by providing them with the tools and resources needed to alleviate time spent on administrative tasks.

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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan 's recent assessment of conversational AI for healthcare providers resulted in it recognizing Suki AI with the 2023 North American Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan honors the most promising and disruptive market participant with the award.
Suki AI stands out with its innovative use of technology and quick response to market needs that bring forth groundbreaking solutions and redefine the competitive landscape.
It incorporates customer-centric strategies, building substantial brand equity and elevating its market leadership status," added Delfina Huergo, Best Practices research analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

Top Ten Things Physicians and the Public Should Know about Addiction; Resources Developed by Medical Associations Released Today

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

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The APA’s vision is to ensure access to quality psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.

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The APA’s vision is to ensure access to quality psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.
Family physicians conduct approximately one in five office visits -- that’s 192 million visits annually or 48 percent more than the next most visited medical specialty.
Today, family physicians provide more care for America’s underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
ASAM, founded in 1954, is a professional medical society representing over 7,000 physicians, clinicians and associated professionals in the field of addiction medicine.

Aledade Celebrates the Election of Dr. Jen Brull as President of the American Academy of Family Physicians

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Friday, October 27, 2023

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Founded in 1947, the AAFP represents 129,600 physicians and medical students nationwide. It is the largest medical society devoted solely to primary care, advocating on behalf of family physicians across the country who conduct approximately one in five office visits -- that’s 192 million visits annually or 48 percent more than the next most visited medical specialty.

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Bethesda, MD, Oct. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Aledade announced that its Vice President of Clinical Engagement, and a former Aledade ACO physician, Dr. Jen Brull, was elected president of the American Academy of Family Physicians during the organization’s Congress of Delegates.
“I’m deeply honored to have been entrusted with this role by so many family medicine friends and colleagues,” said Dr. Brull.
My guiding star has always been, and will continue to be, bringing excellent primary care to patients all across the country.
Jen Brull is a true servant leader,” said Farzad Mostashari, CEO and co-founder of Aledade.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Timothy Kruse as a Most Trusted Business Professional for his contributions to the field of Accounting

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Friday, November 3, 2023

BASALT, Colo., Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Timothy Kruse is acknowledged as a Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine.

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BASALT, Colo., Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Timothy Kruse is acknowledged as a Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine.
He completed a Medical Degree from the University of Colorado, School of Medicine in 1996; completed a residency in family medicine at St. Joseph Family Practice Hospital in Denver.
Dr. Kruse is a trusted family physician with Premier Medical Center pioneering a new personalized approach to medical care in Basalt Colorado.
Dr. Kruse would like to dedicate this honor in memory of his mentor, Dr. Thomas, MD and thank his father, Mr. Richard Kruse, for all his support.

AAFP Welcomes Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, As New President of American Academy of Family Physicians

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Monday, October 30, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, a family physician in Jackson, Alabama, today assumed the role of president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

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CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, a family physician in Jackson, Alabama, today assumed the role of president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
As AAFP president, Furr will advocate on behalf of family physicians and patients across the country to inspire positive changes in the U.S. health care system.
"The AAFP has been a cornerstone in my family medicine career — one that has helped me gain immeasurable knowledge, experiences and the ability to connect with family physicians across the country," said Furr.
At the state chapter level, Furr has held various leadership roles in the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians, including chapter president and chairman of the board.

Elation Health and AAFP Innovation Lab Showcase Study Results of Value-Based Payment Models for Family Physicians at Annual FMX 2023

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elation Health, the clinical-first technology company powering innovation in primary care, announced today its plans at FMX 2023 in Chicago to discuss the highlights of a second study with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Innovation Lab, which identifies key innovations that optimize the family medicine experience. The goal of the 2023 study, conducted with participation from 10 primary care practices of varying sizes, specifically identified barriers to and innovations required for mainstream adoption of value-based payment (VBP) models and its relationship to physician burnout.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elation Health , the clinical-first technology company powering innovation in primary care, announced today its plans at FMX 2023 in Chicago to discuss the highlights of a second study with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Innovation Lab, which identifies key innovations that optimize the family medicine experience.
The Elation team, including Dr. Sara Pastoor and Nick Dealtry , will be on-site at FMX 2023 and available for attendees interested to learn more about how Elation supports family medicine and primary care physicians delivering the next generation of clinical experiences in value-based payment programs.
Event details: Elation Health is speaking and exhibiting at FMX 2023: Ignite - Fired up for Family Medicine's annual gathering.
Visit the Freedom Healthworks, Spruce, and Hint booths to collect all four stickers for a chance to win a prize.

Family Physicians with Value-Based Payment Models Relieve Burnout, According to Study from AAFP on Elation Health

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elation Health, the clinical-first technology company powering innovation in primary care, announced today that the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Innovation Lab, which identifies key innovations that optimize the family medicine experience, has issued the results of a second collaborative study. The goal of the study this year, conducted by surveying 10 primary care practices of varying sizes, was to identify specific barriers and innovations required for mainstream adoption of value-based payment (VBP) models and their relationship to physician burnout.

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"In this second study with Elation Health, we found it critical to further explore the challenges family physicians face as they work to transition to value-based payment models and to understand which innovations help them break through these barriers without putting themselves at risk of burnout."
According to another recent AAFP study, more than half of family physicians report being burned out.
Key findings from the study illustrate both the promise and the challenges involved with VBP models.
Capitation Factors: Practices with capitated models, or risk-adjusted, per-person payment models, experienced less burnout than those with payment models designed around retrospective "bonus" payments.