PAFP Clinical Camp: Hands-on medicine Dec. 20, 2010
CBS 21 News (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP member Bruce Bushwick, MD. An in-depth look at the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians’ annual Clinical Camp.
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Nursing bill sees momentum amid physician shortage (May 30, 2016)
The Citizens' Voice (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP 2015-16 President Nicole Davis, MD. As state lawmakers debate the future role of nurse practitioners (NPs) in Pennsylvania, physicians groups say collaborative agreements that prevent NPs from practicing independently are an important patient safety measure.
Prescription database in Pa. should help prevent addiction, family doctor says (May 27, 2016)
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
PAFP 2016-17 President Rob Rodak, DO discusses why Pennsylvania's long-awaited prescription drug monitoring database should help protect would-be addicts from themselves.
Implement ABC-MAP: letter to the editor (April 28, 2016)
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
PAFP 2016-17 President Rob Rodak, DO says Pennsylvania's drug monitoring program, ABC-MAP, must be implemented quickly in the midst of the opioid epidemic.
Sen. Casey pushes drug treatment funding as pill monitoring comes to Pa. (April 1, 2016)
The Observer-Reporter (Washington, Pa.)
PAFP Deputy Executive Vice President Brent Ennis and others discuss the opioid epidemic, treatments, funding, and the prescription drug monitoring program set to launch later this year.
Erie doctor named head of statewide group (March 27, 2016)
GoErie (Erie, Pa.)
Erie physician Robert Rodak, DO is installed as the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 70th president.
Pennsylvania Medical Society seeks to halt Highmark's planned payment cuts (Feb. 26, 2016)
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Medical Society and the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians aim to stop Highmark for cutting physician payments for treating patients with Affordable Care Act plans.
Physicians raise concerns over payment cuts by local payer (Feb. 25, 2016)
Central Penn Business Journal (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Pennsylvania physician organizations including the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians are questioning Highmark's decision to cut physician payments.
York County doctor named Top Family Physician (Feb. 23, 2016)
The York Dispatch (York, Pa.)
Chris Echterling, MD is named the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2016 Family Physician of the Year.
Pennsylvania's top family physician is from Red Lion (Feb. 23, 2016)
FOX43 (York, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians is pleased to announce Christopher Echterling, MD, as its 2016 Family Physician of the Year.
Area physician becomes president of national doctors group (Sept. 30, 2015)
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
Former PAFP President Wanda Filer, MD is installed as the 2015-16 president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
People in Business, April 26, 2015 (April 26, 2015)
Lehigh Valley Live (Lehigh Valley, Pa.)
Robert Langan, MD of the St. Luke's University Health Network in Bethlehem is recognized for receiving the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2015 Exemplary Teacher of the Year award.
On the Boards (April 6, 2015)
Philly.com (Philadelphia)
Nicole Davis, MD of the Mount Airy neighborhood in Philadelphia, is recognized as the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 69th president.
Awards, honors for Lehigh Valley residents (April 4, 2015)
The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.)
Robert Langan, MD of the St. Luke's University Health Network in Bethlehem is named the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2015 Exemplary Teacher of the Year.
Allergy season 2015: Side effects of OTC medication (April 3, 2015)
The Wayne Independent (Honesdale, Pa.)
This allergy season has the potential to be a particularly nasty one. It's always important to talk to your family physician before taking an over-the-counter medication.
Local doctor named 2015 Family Physician of the Year (March 19, 2015)
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Dr. Richard Harker of Mechanicsburg, president of West Shore Family Practice P.C., is named the PAFP's 2015 Family Physician of the Year.
Hanover doctor goes back to basics with membership-based practice (March 17, 2015)
The Evening Sun (Hanover, Pa.)
A local doctor embraces a new care model that allows him to spend more time with patients, make house calls, and more. The PAFP's Director of Medical Practice Advocacy, Tracy Koval, discusses these alternative care models.
Group picks Dr. Harker as 2015 Family Physician of the Year (March 13, 2015)
The Carlisle Sentinel (Carlisle, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' names Richard Harker, MD its 2015 Family Physician of the Year. The Carlisle Sentinel interviews Harker and discusses his biography.
Tunkhannock Doctor Hits Roadblock for Pay Out of Pocket Plan (Feb. 10, 2015)
PA Homepage (WYOU) (Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Ed Zurad, MD, member of the PAFP Board of Directors, talks about the difficulties of transitioning to a direct primary care practice model, and says that the PAFP continues to look for solutions to improve patient care and reimbursement.
Physician groups say they're eager to work with Wolf on Medicaid expansion (Feb. 10, 2015)
Central Penn Business Journal (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Physicians groups, including the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians, say they will work with Gov. Tom Wolf on his plan to expand Pennsylvania's Medicaid program.
Is money motivation enough to get more doctors to open their doors to Medicaid patients? (Jan. 22, 2015)
Newsworks (Philadelphia, Pa.)
It appears a temporary Medicaid pay bump made it easier for patients to see a doctor - but now that increase is gone. PAFP 2014-15 President Douglas Spotts, MD and others discuss physician payment and reforms.
Patients belong at the center of medical decision-making and treatment: Andrew Bloschichak (Dec. 10, 2014)
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
PAFP member Dr. Andrew Bloschichak discusses the importance of patient-centered care and talks about the PAFP's embrace of the patient-centered medical home care model.
In Brief: Group looks for Pa. doctor of the year (Nov. 10, 2014)
The Erie Times-News (Erie, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians is looking for its 2015 Family Physician of the year. Craig Johnston, DO of Erie was the winner of the 2014 award.
PAFP kicks off '2015 Family Physician of the Year' search (Nov. 9, 2014)
The Times Leader (Wilkes Barre, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania's annual Family Physician of the Year contest kicks off! The deadline for nominations is Jan. 19.
Family Physician of the Year contest kicks off (Nov. 7, 2014)
The Evening Sun (Hanover, Pa.)
Who is the best doctor in the Keystone State? The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians needs the public's help to find the 2015 Family Physician of the Year.
Search is on for '2015 Family Physician of the Year' (Nov. 6, 2014)
Beaver County Times (Beaver, Pa.)
The Beaver County Times announces the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' Family Physician of the Year contest.
York doctor named president-elect of American Academy of Family Physicians (Oct. 23, 2014)
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians 2003-04 President Wanda Filer, MD is named the president-elect of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
York doctor voted president-elect of American Academy of Family Physicians (Oct. 23, 2014)
Central Penn Business Journal (Harrisburg, Pa.)
The American Academy of Family Physicians votes in PAFP member Wanda Filer, MD as president-elect. Filer will start her presidential term in fall 2015.
Filer named president-elect of American Academy of Family Physicians (Oct. 23, 2014)
The Evening Sun (Hanover, Pa.)
PAFP member Wanda Filer, MD is elected to the post of president-elect of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the national organization unified with the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Wanda Filer named American Academy of Family Physicians president-elect (Oct. 23, 2014)
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
Longtime PAFP member and former PAFP President Wanda Filer, MD wins the race for president-elect of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Lawmakers address prescription drug abuse (Oct. 20, 2014)
The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania House and Senate approve legislation to thwart doctor shopping in the Commonwealth. With PAFP 2014-15 President Douglas Spotts, MD.
Healthy PA passed by governor (Aug. 30, 2014)
The Wayne Independent (Honesdale, Pa.)
Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett's Medicaid expansion plan, Healthy Pennsylvania, is approved by the federal government. The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians and other organizations sound off on the plan.
Parents reminded to have their children immunized (Aug. 5, 2014)
The Times News (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians reminds parents to get their children immunized as the 2014-15 school year rapidly approaches.
Hershey doctor named top physician educator (July 9, 2014)
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
PennLive, the website of the Patriot-News in Harrisburg, announces that Dennis Gingrich, MD, past-president of the PAFP, has won a national teaching award.
Hershey physician receives national teaching award (July 8, 2014)
The Lebanon Daily News (Lebanon, Pa.)
Dennis Gingrich, MD, 2011-12 PAFP president, receives a prestigious national award from the American Academy of Family Physicians for his excellence in teaching.
Dr. House Was Right: Give Patients What They Need, Not What They Want (May 26, 2014)
Forbes (national)
What's wrong with satisfaction surveys giving patients what they want? With PAFP 2014-15 Board Chair William Sonnenberg, MD.
You Can't Yelp Your Doctor (May 21, 2014)
The Daily Beast (national)
PAFP 2014-15 Board Chair William Sonnenberg, MD and others discuss the implications of and problems with patient surveys and "satisfaction."
Ready for patients (May 5, 2014)
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
Pennsylvania's family physicians are ready to take new patients when Medicaid is expanded in Pennsylvania. With PAFP President Douglas Spotts, MD.
Baker awarded 2014 Legislative Leadership Award from PA Association of Community Health Centers May 1, 2014
The Daily Review (Towanda, Pa.)
Rep. Matt Baker is recognized for his health care advocacy, including his designation as the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2014 Legislator of the Year.
Letters to the Editor 4/29/2014 April 29, 2014
The Times-Tribune (Scranton, Pa.)
PAFP President Douglas Spotts, MD talks about access to care in Pennsylvania, and how family physicians are well equipped to manage new patients, even when Medicaid is expanded.
Letters to the editor April 28, 2014
The Erie Times-News (Erie, Pa.)
The Erie Times-News prints a letter from PAFP President Douglas Spotts, MD regarding Medicaid expansion and how family physicians can handle the growing patient burden.
Letters Extra: Hoping for a bureaucratic miracle April 28, 2014
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, Pa.)
With PAFP President Doug Spotts, MD. The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians appeals for Medicaid expansion in Pennsylvania.
Pa. health reform April 28, 2014
Lancaster Intelligencer Journal/New Era (Lancaster, Pa.)
While the Affordable Care Act has been a mixed bag for many, Pennsylvania's family physicians are ready and to help even more patients navigate the complexities. With PAFP President Doug Spotts, MD.
Fighting for access to quality care (letter) April 25, 2014
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
According to PAFP President Doug Spotts, MD, all Pennsylvanians deserve access to quality care - and the state's family physicians hope for a quick resolution to Medicaid expansion to cover the thousands of uninsured statewide.
Letter to the editor | Advocating affordable care April 25, 2014
Centre Daily Times (State College, Pa.)
PAFP President Doug Spotts, MD discusses family physicians' confidence that they will be able to handle the patient burden when Medicaid is expanded in Pennsylvania in a letter to the editor of the Centre Daily Times.
If Medicaid is expanded, Pa. doctors are ready: PennLive letters April 24, 2014
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
PAFP President Doug Spotts, MD appeals for a quick resolution to Medicaid expansion in Pennsylvania in a letter to the editor of The Patriot-News (PennLive).
Study: Primary care accessibility varies by insurance status April 8, 2014
Newsworks (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Newsworks talks to PAFP President Douglas Spotts, MD about access to primary care in the wake of a new study suggesting that capacity does exist for new patients.
Local physician makes history with professional group April 3, 2014
Montgomery News (Montgomery County, Pa.)
The PAFP's Nicole Davis, MD is selected as the president-elect of the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians. Davis will be the PAFP's first African-American president.
Baker's Work to Improve Patient Care Recognized by PA Academy of Family Physicians March 19, 2014
NorthcentralPA.com (Williamsport, Pa.)
Pa. Rep. Matt Baker is honored by the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians for his efforts in advancing the patient-centered medical home model of care in Pennsylvania.
Erie Doctor Named Top Doc in Pennsylvania March 4, 2014
YourErie (Erie, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians has named Erie's Craig Johnston, DO its 2014 Family Physician of the Year.
Pa. Chronic Care Initiative pilot program makes little difference to costs, quality March 1, 2014
Newsworks (Philadelphia)
PAFP President William Sonnenberg, MD and others respond to a study that suggests the Chronic Care Initiative pilot program's reforms resulted in virtually no changes to cost or quality measures.
Midstate Health Care: Doctors pressured to partner up Feb. 28, 2014
The Sentinel (Carlisle, Pa.)
As family physicians face increasing pressure from a health care system growing in complexity, many are partnering up with hospitals and health systems. With Bryan Peach, PAFP Manager of Media and Public Relations.
In Brief: Registrations accepted for Highmark walk Feb. 23, 2014
The Erie Times-News (Erie, Pa.)
The Erie Times-News discusses Craig Johnston, DO, the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2014 Family Physician of the Year award winner.
Baker's Medicaid bill moves to house Dec. 14, 2013
The Williamsport Sun-Gazette (Williamsport, Pa.)
House Bill 1655, which would create a Patient-Centered Medical Home Advisory Council and is supported by the PAFP and other physician groups, gains approval from the House Health Committee.
Lehigh Valley's family doctors bracing for Obamacare Dec. 9, 2013
The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.)
PAFP Board of Directors member Mary Stock Keister, MD talks about the increase in her practice's patient load in the wake of the Affordable Care Act. A PAFP study on access to care is also discussed.
Local Family Doctor Named as President-Elect of PA Academy of Family Physicians Nov. 4, 2013
NorthCentralPA.com (Williamsport, Pa.)
PAFP leader Douglas Spotts, MD is named the president-elect of the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians.
Pharmacists, doctors disagree on state bill Oct. 22, 2013
The Erie Times-News (Erie, Pa.)
Physicians and physician organizations like the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians oppose a law that would allow pharmacists to give vaccinations to children 7 and older.
Obamacare worries small family practices Oct. 20, 2013
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia)
The Philadelphia Inquirer talks to PAFP Vice President of Practice Advocacy and Government Affairs Brent Ennis about how the health care law is impacting physicians.
Health events calendar Oct. 14, 2013
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
A call for nominations for the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2014 Family Physician of the Year award lands on the Pittsburgh Post Gazette's health events calendar.
Vaccinations by pharmacists a sticking point in Pa. Oct. 9, 2013
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review discusses legislation that would permit pharmacists to give vaccinations to children ages 7 to 17, the lawmakers who support it, and the physician groups that are fighting against it.
Health news briefs Oct. 7, 2013
The Erie Times-News (Erie, Pa.)
The Erie Times-News announces the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2014 Family Physician of the Year contest.
Do you know a top doc? Oct. 3, 2013
The Pocono Record (Stroudsburg, Pa.)
"Do you know a top doc?" asks the Pocono Record. The call is out for nominations for the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2014 Family Physician of the Year award.
Lawmakers consider bill allowing pharmacists to offer flu shots to children Sept. 28, 2013
The Beaver County Times (Beaver, Pa.)
The Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians, the Pennsylvania chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and others oppose a bill that would allow pharmacists to offer flu shots to children as young as 7.
Obamacare is forcing physicians to change Aug. 10, 2013
The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.)
The Morning Call examines the current (and potential future) effects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as "Obamacare," on physicians. The patient-centered medical home is also discussed. Featuring PAFP Vice President of Practice Advocacy and Government Affairs Brent Ennis.
Reminder: Get up-to-date with vaccines before 2013-14 school year Aug. 7, 2013
Moscow Villager (Moscow, Pa.)
The Moscow Villager reminds parents about the need to understand vaccine requirements before the school year starts.
Career of caring Aug. 5, 2013
News Item (Shamokin, Pa.)
The News Item interviews Elizabeth Edmunds, MD, the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2013 "Family Physician of the Year," discussing her life, her career, and her passion for her patients.
Physicians groups say vaccines are crucial to children's health July 21, 2013
Public Opinion (Chambersburg, Pa.)
The Public Opinion discusses the importance of vaccinations for the coming school year. A vaccination schedule is also listed.
Parents of school children, call your doctor's office July 17, 2013
The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.)
The Morning Call discusses a joint effort by the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians (PAFP) and the Pennsylvania Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (PA-AAP) to inform parents of school-aged children about vaccine requirements for the coming school year.
A doctor's office that's all about you July 2013
Consumer Reports (national)
Featuring PAFP member Dr. William Warning. Consumer Reports discusses the advantages of the patient-centered medical home care model.
Dr. Elizabeth Edmunds is named the state's Family Physician of the Year May 27, 2013
Reading Eagle (Reading, Pa.)
The Reading Eagle interviews and profiles Dr. Elizabeth Edmunds, the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2013 "Family Physician of the Year."
York doctor named Teacher of the Year May 14, 2013
York Dispatch (York, Pa.)
The York Dispatch highlights Dr. Gordon Zubrod of York, the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians' 2013 "Exemplary Teacher of the Year."
Family doctors study finds no Pa. shortage March 22, 2013
Philadelphia Business Journal (Philadelphia)
The Philadelphia Business Journal discusses an access to care study by the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians suggesting that the state's family physicians are highly accessible to patients regardless of their insurance status.
The health care workforce March 22, 2013
CBPJ Extra (Central Penn Business Journal) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
What does the health care workforce really look like in Pennsylvania? Includes a study on care access by the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians.
Experts: Obamacare insurance gains could stress primary care system March 14, 2013
Politico (national)
With PAFP 2003-04 President Wanda Filer, MD. Politico discusses potential strains on the primary care system with millions of previously uninsured Americans seeking access to care.
Pennsylvania has enough family doctors for now, and they freely accept the uninsured: survey March 14, 2013
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
PennLive discusses a survey jointly conducted by the PAFP and Dr. G. Terry Madonna regarding access to primary care in Pennsylvania. PAFP 2012-13 President Kevin Wong, MD is interviewed.
LETTER: It would be irresponsible not to pass drug database bill March 12, 2013
The York Dispatch (York, Pa.)
PAFP member and 2012 Family Physician of the Year Dr. Robert Fawcett discusses the importance of passing state Rep. Gene DiGirolamo's bill to authorize a prescription drug database in Pennsylvania to combat prescription drug abuse and overdoses.
Providing a healthy example is important, says PinnacleHealth doctor Joseph Cincotta March 10, 2013
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
PennLive talks to PAFP member Joseph Cincotta, MD about modeling healthy behaviors for children. (Note: This piece was also published in the March 24 edition of the Sunday Patriot-News.)
'Get as active as possible' is key health advice, says Hershey Bears team doc Matthew Silvis March 10, 2013
PennLive (The Patriot-News) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
PennLive talks to PAFP member Matthew Silvis, MD about the importance of exercise. (Note: This piece was also published in the March 24 edition of the Sunday Patriot-News.)
Immunizations keep whooping cough at bay March 8, 2013
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
PAFP member and 2008 Family Physician of the Year Dr. Andre F. Lijoi and others discuss the need for immunizations to stave off pertussis, also known as whooping cough.
Should Doctors and Patients Be Facebook Friends? Feb. 4, 2013
The Wall Street Journal (national)
With PAFP 2003-04 President Wanda Filer, MD. How can doctors use social media while protecting patient privacy and maintaining appropriate boundaries?
Flu appears to be on the rise, but not as severe as feared Jan. 13, 2013
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia)
With PAFP 2006-2007 President Russ Breish, MD. The influenza is on the upswing throughout Pennsylvania and much of the country, but it appears it's not as severe as many feared it could have been.
Doctor-Patient Relationship January 2013
Harrisburg Magazine (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP Board Chairman Dennis Gingrich, MD; Social Media Specialist Tim McKenna; and Patient-Centered Medical Home Director Colleen Schwartz. PAFP members and staff discuss the Patient-Centered Medical Home, the physician-patient relationship, and men's health.
Doctors fear ill tidings in fiscal-cliff drama Dec. 28, 2012
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia)
The Philadelphia Inquirer talks to Dr. Richard Wender, PAFP member, about the implications of fiscal cliff negotiations on the health care community.
Premier launches screening campaign Dec. 14, 2012
Pittsburgh Business Times (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
With PAFP member Dr. Richard Wender. Premier Medical Associates, the largest physician practice in Western Pennsylvania, increases its commitment to screening for colorectal cancer.
Governor faces deadline on health insurance exchange; others debate Nov. 25, 2012
Lancaster Intelligencer Journal/New Era (Lancaster, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP Vice President of Practice Advocacy and Government Affairs Brent Ennis. The deadline for Gov. Tom Corbett to make a decision on health insurance exchanges is looming.
Talking with your doctor Nov. 7, 2012
Transforming Health (WITF) (Harrisburg, Pa.)
By PAFP member Joseph Cincotta, MD. Talking to a family physician may seem embarrassing or even trivial for a patient, but the doctor-patient conversation is an important component of health care.
Luring Students into Family Medicine Sept. 9, 2012
The New York Times (national)
The New York Times talks to PAFP member Dr. Marjorie A. Bowman and others about the looming primary care shortage and how students are incentivized to seek family medicine careers.
Ojiaku Ikezuagu, M.D. joins South Central Iowa Medical Clinic Sept. 6, 2012
The Daily Iowegian (Centerville, Iowa)
PAFP Member Ojiaku Ikezuagu, MD - or "Dr. OJ" for short - joins the staff of the South Central Iowa Medical Clinic.
York County girds for promise, problems of new health care law Sept. 2, 2012
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
The York Daily Record talks to PAFP 2003-04 President Wanda Filer, MD, PAFP Manager of Media and Public Relations Bryan Peach, and others about the potential impact of the health care law in central Pennsylvania.
New CIO Talks EMR at Hershey Aug. 31, 2012
Central Penn Business Journal (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP PA REACH East Project Director Tracy Koval and PA REACH East HIT Facilitator Pam Wilshere. Transitioning to an electronic medical record is a lot of work, but the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is taking the challenge.
Penn State Hershey takes the lead in implementing new care model July 31, 2012
Penn State Live (State College, Pa.)
Recent developments in Penn State Hershey Medical Group's adoption of the patient-centered medical home and its principles, including the reception of a PAFP grant, are discussed.
York doctor named Pa.'s Family Physician of the Year July 27, 2012
The York Dispatch (York, Pa.)
The York Dispatch profiles Dr. Robert Fawcett, the PAFP's 2012 Family Physician of the Year, highlighting some of his favorite parts of family medicine.
Doctor moved to help patients, advocate for new residents July 23, 2012
The Altoona Mirror (Altoona, Pa.)
PAFP member Dr. Sabesan "Saby" Karuppiah discusses his love of working with medical students and residents with The Altoona Mirror.
West York student wins anti-smoking poster contest July 17, 2012
Cram Session (York Daily Record) (York, Pa.)
Cram Session, a York Daily Record blog, recognizes the PAFP's 2012 Tar Wars poster contest winner, 11-year-old Alexis Colon of Lincolnway Elementary School.
Doctors group promotes e-system, family practices July 11, 2012
The Penn-Trafford Star (The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) (Trafford, Pa.)
In the midst of federal health care reform, the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians adapts its policies on the state level to focus on patient-centered care. Featuring PAFP 2012-13 President Kevin Wong, MD and PAFP Executive Vice President and CEO John Jordan.
Health care reform ruling ushers in time for action July 5, 2012
Central Penn Business Journal (Harrisburg, Pa.)
With PAFP Manager of Media and Public Relations Bryan Peach. What does the Supreme Court's health care law ruling mean for the business community in Central Pennsylvania?
ACA Medicaid expansion would cost $2B through 2019 June 22, 2012
Pennsylvania Independent (Harrisburg, Pa.)
With PAFP Board Chair and Immediate Past President Dennis Gingrich, MD. Possible effects of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on the health care law are discussed.
Fired Physician's Bad-Faith Allegations Raise Jury Question on HCQIA Immunity June 21, 2012
Bloomberg BNA Health Law Reporter (national)
Charles I. Artz, Esq., PAFP legal counsel, testifies as a witness in Babb v. Centre Community Hospital before a state appeals court.
PA: More than $520M in Medicare, Medicaid fees went to potentially avoidable hospital stays June 15, 2012
Pennsylvania Independent (Harrisburg, Pa.)
With Molly Talley, PAFP Director of Resident and Student Affairs. Could new models of primary care reduce potentially avoidable hospital stays?
Doctor chosen president-elect of state board June 15, 2012
Go Crawford County (Titusville, Pa.)
Go Crawford County highlights PAFP member Dr. William Sonnenberg, the PAFP's president-elect who will begin his presidency in May 2013.
Dateline Pittsburgh for 06/03/12 June 3, 2012
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette lists the installation of Dr. Kevin Wong as the PAFP's 66th president in its recurring "Dateline Pittsburgh" column.
Business briefs May 30, 2012
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
The Pittsburgh-Tribune Review mentions Dr. Kevin Wong, PAFP's newly installed president, in its recurring "Business briefs" column.
Business briefs for May 20 May 20, 2012
The Evening Sun (Hanover, Pa.)
The Evening Sun mentions Dr. Robert Fawcett of York Hospital, winner of the PAFP's 2012 "Family Physician of the Year," in its recurring "Business briefs" column.
Our take: White roses and thorns May 18, 2012
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
The York Daily Record, in its recurring "White roses and thorns" column, honors Dr. Robert Fawcett of York Hospital for winning the PAFP's 2012 "Family Physician of the Year" award.
York Hospital doctor receives top family physician award May 11, 2012
York Daily Record (York, Pa.)
The PAFP chooses a York physician - Dr. Robert Fawcett of York Hospital - for its 2012 "Family Physician of the Year" award.
Sickening simulation: Hershey Medical Center program forces doctors to confront worst nightmare March 10, 2012
The Patriot-News (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP member Chris Lupold, MD. A highlight of a PAFP education conference, the LionReach mobile training center, is examined.
Erie physician still makes house calls Jan. 31, 2012
The Erie Times-News (Erie, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP member Bruce Gebhardt, MD. Doctors making house calls? It’s not just a thing of the past.
Hospital closure will impact region’s health care availability Dec. 12, 2011
The Times-Tribune (Scranton, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP Director of Resident and Student Initiatives, Molly Talley. Access to care is becoming a serious concern in the Scranton area.
Letters to the editor: Re: geriatric care Nov. 29, 2011
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
By PAFP 2011-12 President Dennis Gingrich, MD. Dr. Dennis Gingrich responds to a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette piece, "Boomers' Aging Reveals Geriatrician Shortage."
Hershey doctor helps improve health care and water needs in rural Haiti Nov. 24, 2011
The Patriot-News (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP member N. Benjamin Fredrick, MD. A PAFP member has taken his expertise across the world to help the needy.
Lemoyne medical group receives recognition Nov. 13, 2011
The Sentinel (Carlisle, Pa.)
Heritage Medical Group in Carlisle becomes the third organization in the country to be recognized as a patient-centered medical home by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), according to the PAFP.
Going Deep: Hershey Bears trying new way to guard against concussions Nov. 12, 2011
PennLive/The Patriot-News (Harrisburg, Pa.)
Featuring PAFP member Matt Silvis, MD. The Hershey Bears try to minimize the risk of concussions with the help of experts including their team physician, a PAFP member.
Letters: Address income gap between physicians Oct. 17, 2011
USA Today (national)
By PAFP 2011-12 President Dennis Gingrich, MD. Dr. Dennis Gingrich responds to a USA Todaypiece, “Don't blame doctors for high health care costs.”
People on the Move June 12, 2011
The Times-Tribune (Scranton, Pa.)
The Scranton Times-Tribune profiles PAFP member and 2011 "Exemplary Teacher (Volunteer Faculty)" Dr. Robert Yanoshak in its "People on the Move" feature.
People Watch (June 10, 2011)
The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.)
The Morning Call profiles PAFP member and 2011 "Exemplary Teacher (Full- or Part-Time Faculty)" Dr. Maria Ghetu in its "People Watch" feature.
Wellsboro doctor named 'Family Physician of the Year' by state agency May 24, 2011
The Williamsport Sun-Gazette (Williamsport, Pa.)
The Williamsport Sun-Gazette profiles PAFP member and 2011 "Family Physician of the Year" Dr. Edmund Guelig.
Anti-smoking poster is rated tops in state May 16, 2011
Reading Eagle (Reading, Pa.)
The Reading Eagle talks to 10-year-old Skylar Miller about her winning entry in the PAFP’s “Tar Wars” poster contest.
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