June 6, 2023
Department researchers win big at Michigan Family Medicine Research Day
Winners received honors for best clinical research presentation, best quality improvement project and best pediatrics research presentation.
Latest News
May 23, 2023
Family Medicine researchers publish new paper on the impact of a gratitude intervention delivered to health care workers via text message
While the intervention showed initial positive effects in well-being, results were not sustained over the long-term. The paper is now available in the Annals of Family Medicine.
May 18, 2023
Teens say social media is stressing them out. Here's how to help them
MyVoice research that explores not just the potential harms from social media, but also teens’ efforts to address these harms in their own lives, inspires an NPR story.
May 15, 2023
Family Medicine researcher's literature review suggests dietary changes can contribute to healthy gut microbiota and weight loss
Eating foods that contribute to healthy gut bacteria could reverse harmful changes brought on by weight gain and obesity.
May 1, 2023
Family Medicine Professor Michael Fetters wins STFM’s Curtis G. Hames Research Award
Mixed methods researcher honored for his long-term dedication to research in family medicine.
April 24, 2023
Family Medicine’s Diane Harper elected to the Association of American Physicians
AAP recognizes HPV physician-researcher for her outstanding accomplishments to transform primary care.
April 18, 2023
Remembering Dr. Earl Zazove
We are saddened to announce the death of Dr. Earl Zazove. Dr. E. Zazove, the father of former Department Chair Dr. Philip Zazove, was a longtime supporter of the Department.
April 3, 2023
Former MDisability Interns Reflect on how their Internship Experiences Influenced their Future as Health Researchers and Doctors
The innovative program instills confidence, fosters professional networks, and fuels medical students’ enthusiasm for helping individuals with disabilities.
April 3, 2023
MDisability Team Welcomes Three New Summer Interns
The unique training program educates undergrad, as well as rising and current medical students, to work as future disability health researchers and advocates.
March 29, 2023
Research Uncovers Higher Rates of Depressive Symptoms among Male Japanese Professional Soccer Players
The study found that the numbers of elite athletes reporting depressive symptoms is “substantial” and warrants clinical attention, as well as stigma reduction.
March 27, 2023
Professor Ananda Sen awarded the University of Michigan’s Research Recognition Award
The Family Medicine biostatistician has been honored for his outstanding research achievements, which have had a significant impact on the field of family medicine.
March 27, 2023
Research Fellow Tyler G. James Receives Writing Award from the Foundation for the Advancement of Health Education
He and his co-authors argue for a more philosophically-grounded skill set to understand and address health inequities and social determinants of health.
March 8, 2023
Study Finds Racial Inequities in Newborn Drug Testing
Newborn drug testing inequities remained similar after recreational legalization of cannabis, overall test positivity rates for THC increased
March 7, 2023
Associate Professor Lorraine Buis named a fellow in the Society of Behavioral Medicine
Buis is noted for her research in patient-facing mobile health technologies that can help people adopt healthier lifestyles and manage chronic diseases, particularly hypertension and diabetes.
February 27, 2023
Dr. Diane Harper tapped to lead NCI clinical trial site
Prof. Harper will contribute to a significant national study assessing the validity of at-home HPV self-testing as an alternative to speculum-based screenings in the fight against cervical cancer.
February 14, 2023
Outgoing NAPCRG President Diane Harper is excited about the future of family medicine research
Her major accomplishments include helping to build career pathways for young researcher-physicians, as well as increasing NAPCRG membership nationally and globally.
February 10, 2023
Family Medicine’s Melissa DeJonckheere and Justine Wu appointed co-directors of the Michigan Mixed Methods Program
Professor Michael D. Fetters, co-founder of the program, will stay on as a core member, while Assistant Professor Tim Guetterman will continue as associate director.
February 9, 2023
Family medicine team secures $50k award to reduce drug interactions for patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities
With funding from the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, Dr. Michael McKee and Dr. Steve Erickson aim to reduce medication-related problems among adult patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
February 8, 2023
Nationwide poll reports young people’s opinions on the inclusion of transgender athletes in competition
Youth expressed concerns about competitive fairness among athletes, while also considering the well-being of transgender athletes.
