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Validation of the Use of a Large Language Model for Detecting Sentiment in Student Course Evaluation

May 8, 2026

The authors aimed to validate the use of a bidirectional encoder representations from transformers (BERT) model for detecting sentiment in medical student course evaluations, addressing concerns about bias and errors in artificial intelligence tools. By comparing the sentiment analysis results of the BERT model with human coders across multiple institutions, they found that the model's interrater reliability was comparable to that of human evaluators. This study supports the potential application of NLP methods in health professions education for analyzing student feedback.

Introduction to Qualitative Methods: A Practical Primer for Clinicians

May 8, 2026

The authors aim to orient clinicians to qualitative research methods and guide them through the stages of qualitative study design, including planning, data collection, analysis, and dissemination. They explore key questions related to patient and provider behaviors and experiences in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of qualitative methods in understanding complex health issues. The paper serves as a practical primer for clinicians to effectively utilize qualitative approaches in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Making the Most of CERA Studies: How to Develop Excellent Survey Research in Academic Family Medicine

May 8, 2026

The authors aim to enhance the quality of survey research within the Council of Academic Family Medicine Educational Research Alliance (CERA) by addressing common pitfalls in survey design and implementation. They propose a theoretical model that links the research question, hypothesis, survey questions, and analytic plan to improve the effectiveness and response rates of CERA surveys. This guidance is intended to support family medicine scholars in developing robust and relevant survey research.

Writing Qualitative Research and Evaluation for Clinical Audiences

May 8, 2026

The authors aim to address the challenges faced by researchers in writing and publishing qualitative articles, given the diverse methodologies and varying levels of familiarity with qualitative research across disciplines. They provide practical strategies and tips for developing qualitative manuscripts, focusing on article structure, the writing process, and navigating peer review, to facilitate access for interdisciplinary audiences.

The Primary Care Exception During and After a Public Health Emergency

May 8, 2026

This study investigates the impact of the Primary Care Exception (PCE) on billing practices in an internal medicine residency clinic during and after the COVID-19 public health emergency. The authors found that the use of moderate complexity billing codes (99214) significantly increased during the PHE, with a 52.2% higher utilization compared to post-PHE, highlighting important implications for clinic operations and medical education.

HEART-IM: A Fourth-Year Humanistic Elective for Improving Medical Education

May 8, 2026

The authors aimed to explore how the HEART-IM course can enhance self-care and well-being among medical students and faculty, addressing the challenges of burnout and depression in medical education. Through qualitative analysis of survey responses, they identified key themes related to personal wellness, community building, and the integration of personal and academic identities. The findings suggest that innovative curricula like HEART-IM could significantly improve the educational experience for both students and faculty.

An Innovative Model of Delivering Resident Didactics in Two Family Medicine Residency Programs

May 8, 2026

The authors aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a hybrid didactic training model that combines traditional noon conferences (NCs) with academic half-days (AHDs) in family medicine residency programs. Their findings indicated that this hybrid model significantly improved resident engagement, satisfaction, attendance, and educational outcomes compared to the traditional NC approach. The study suggests that such a model may enhance the overall quality of residency training while addressing productivity and administrative challenges.

Hepatitis C Treatment by Early-Career US Family Physicians

May 8, 2026

The authors aimed to assess the extent to which early-career family physicians in the U.S. provide treatment for hepatitis C, given the low treatment rates despite the availability of effective therapies. Their findings revealed that less than 20% of these physicians reported treating HCV patients, with notable variations based on physician characteristics and practice settings, particularly in areas with higher HCV mortality. The study suggests that enhancing support for family physicians could improve HCV treatment rates, especially in underserved regions.

FEAR: Faculty Evaluation and Retaliation-A Survey of Family Medicine Program Directors

May 8, 2026

This study investigates whether fear of retaliation from resident physicians hinders faculty in family medicine programs from providing honest and high-quality evaluations. The findings reveal that a significant number of program directors believe this fear is a barrier, with many reporting instances of formal complaints and civil lawsuits against evaluators. Overall, the results highlight the need to address these concerns to improve the evaluation process in residency programs.

Training Needs for Rural Primary Care Practice: A Scoping Review of Resident Physician Preparation

May 8, 2026

The authors aimed to identify the key competencies needed for graduate medical education in preparing resident physicians for rural primary care practice, as well as to assess the existing literature on this topic. Their scoping review revealed a significant gap in systematic definitions of these competencies, highlighting the need for a more structured framework to effectively train physicians for rural settings.