Family Practice (journal)
Family Practice (journal)
Family Practice (pronounced: /ˈfæmɪli ˈpræk.tɪs/) is a peer-reviewed medical journal that publishes research and review articles in the field of primary care and family medicine.
Etymology
The term "Family Practice" is derived from the Latin words 'familia' meaning family, and 'practicare' meaning to perform or practice. It refers to the medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages.
History
Family Practice was first published in 1983 by Oxford University Press. The journal is affiliated with the European Society of General Practice/Family Medicine and the World Organization of Family Doctors.
Scope
The journal covers a wide range of topics related to family medicine, including clinical research, health services research, medical education, public health, health policy, and patient care. It aims to improve the quality of primary care worldwide by providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share new findings and perspectives.
Related Terms
- Primary Care: The first point of contact for patients in the healthcare system, providing comprehensive and continuous care.
- Family Medicine: A medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages.
- Peer-Review: The process by which a journal's content is vetted for quality and validity by experts in the same field.
- Medical Journal: A periodical publication that disseminates new research findings in the field of medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Family Practice (journal)
- Wikipedia's article - Family Practice (journal)
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