by Hendrik Stegall, MD Utahns can’t find a doctor. That was the highlight of a recent Salt Lake Tribune article, which suggested that many parts of Utah have fewer than one MD per 1,000 residents. For folks in rural Utah, it can take hours to get to and from the nearest doctor’s office, making even … More Reflections On Healthcare Access ..read more

by Brian Bertsche, MD Future Medical Professionals, As you continue on your journey through medical school, the choice of your medical specialty is a pivotal decision. The allure of more high-profile specialties may seem appealing at first, but the ever-evolving field of family medicine should not be overlooked. In this blog, I want to share … More Why You Should Choose Family Medicine ..read more

by Siri Loken, MD Intern year is notorious for its steep learning curve. Although I had passed two out of the three major medical licensure exams and spent the better part of two years traversing hospitals and clinics everywhere from the OR to the radiology reading room, when I finished medical school I had only … More Best Mistake I’ve Ever Made ..read more

by Katie Myrick, MD A compilation of ‘thank yous’ for a few of the things that got me through the last 3 years. To my husband, Wood: Thank you for everything you have done in and around our home. You worked hard in the background to keep our living space less cluttered than my brain, … More To All the Things that Got Me Through ..read more

by Caitlin Henry, MD As family doctors, we work hard to make sure their patients are well cared for. A single-payer healthcare system, which provides equally accessible care for everyone, could be a huge boost to this mission. It could lead to better access to care, more power in the hands of patients, and less … More Benefits of a Single-Payer System ..read more

by Misha Fotoohi, MD Burnout is a growing concern among healthcare professionals, particularly those in primary care. Factors such as heavy workloads, excessive administrative tasks, and the emotional toll that accompanies caring for our patients can contribute to this issue. With the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), there is a rising interest—as well as some … More Burn Out or Run Out? Considering the role of AI in Healthcare ..read more

by Misha Fotoohi, MD I remember my first experience at Core Power Yoga (CPY) very distinctly. It was December 31st, and I had just finished a 28-hour shift in the Medical ICU at the University Hospital. I begrudgingly accompanied my senior resident, mostly out of a sense of duty rather than my own volition; after … More The Resident Physician’s Medicine ..read more

by Matthew Demarco, MD As we come to the end of residency it is easy to immediately start looking forward to the next stage of life. It is so easy to be excited about what is to come including a new job, a new start, new opportunities. However, when we sprint into the next stage … More The Value of Reflection ..read more

by Daniel Brandley, MD As a new resident, I am often asked why I chose to specialize in Family Medicine. Typically, this question comes from pre-med or medical students. However, this question also comes from colleagues in other specialities, patients, and friends or family. I genuinely enjoy answering this question as it provides an opportunity … More Why Family Medicine ..read more

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 ..read more