PRiMER
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Peer-Reviewed Reports in Medical Education Research (PRiMER) is an open-access scholarly journal of STFM. PRiMER is focused on publishing small, rigorously designed original research briefs.
https://journals.stfm.org/primer/
https://journals.stfm.org/primer/
Implementing an elective that combines didactics and volunteer experiences can improve medical students’ self-reported perceptions of people with substance use disorders and interest in primary care and addiction medicine: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Implementing an elective that combines didactics and volunteer experiences can improve medical students’ self-reported perceptions of people with substance use disorders and interest in primary care and addiction medicine: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
This paper describes the methodology of the 2025 CERA Clerkship Director (CD) Survey and demographic results of respondents. Targeted outreach to osteopathic schools to identify their clerkship directors is planned prior to the launch of the 2026 CD survey: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 15, 2025 at 4:47 PM
This paper describes the methodology of the 2025 CERA Clerkship Director (CD) Survey and demographic results of respondents. Targeted outreach to osteopathic schools to identify their clerkship directors is planned prior to the launch of the 2026 CD survey: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has become an essential tool in managing diabetes, offering real-time insights. This study demonstrates the value of experiential learning in improving health care providers' competence with diabetes technologies: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 10, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has become an essential tool in managing diabetes, offering real-time insights. This study demonstrates the value of experiential learning in improving health care providers' competence with diabetes technologies: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
In this analysis of peer-review trends in the journal PRiMER, the authors found that both acceptance and completion rates of peer-review invitations are declining. It is getting harder for journal editors to recruit reviewers: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 10, 2025 at 8:46 PM
In this analysis of peer-review trends in the journal PRiMER, the authors found that both acceptance and completion rates of peer-review invitations are declining. It is getting harder for journal editors to recruit reviewers: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
This retrospective cohort study using 3 years of monthly data exported from Epic’s Signal database found that an EHR training program enhanced FM residents’ proficiency but did not improve efficiency in the use of the EHR platform: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 10, 2025 at 8:42 PM
This retrospective cohort study using 3 years of monthly data exported from Epic’s Signal database found that an EHR training program enhanced FM residents’ proficiency but did not improve efficiency in the use of the EHR platform: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Limited access to both pharmacies and nutritious food options places an added burden on vulnerable populations, contributing to challenges in managing chronic diseases and maintaining overall health: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 10, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Limited access to both pharmacies and nutritious food options places an added burden on vulnerable populations, contributing to challenges in managing chronic diseases and maintaining overall health: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
"In the study by Sunu et al, cognitive behavioral therapy did not decrease BMI in patients with major depressive disorder which could demonstrate undiagnosed atypical depression or binge eating disorder."
In this letter to the editor: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
In this letter to the editor: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
December 1, 2025 at 4:23 PM
"In the study by Sunu et al, cognitive behavioral therapy did not decrease BMI in patients with major depressive disorder which could demonstrate undiagnosed atypical depression or binge eating disorder."
In this letter to the editor: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
In this letter to the editor: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
This study of 94 participants found no significant difference in overall knowledge transfer between traditional and newer poster designs such as "BetterPoster". However, the BetterPoster format was found to improve knowledge related to key concepts of the case: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:38 PM
This study of 94 participants found no significant difference in overall knowledge transfer between traditional and newer poster designs such as "BetterPoster". However, the BetterPoster format was found to improve knowledge related to key concepts of the case: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Exposure to people who use drugs may positively impact medical students’ attitudes and knowledge in caring for patients with substance use disorders. However, gaps in knowledge and self-confidence persist, particularly in preclinical years: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Exposure to people who use drugs may positively impact medical students’ attitudes and knowledge in caring for patients with substance use disorders. However, gaps in knowledge and self-confidence persist, particularly in preclinical years: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Family medicine’s underrepresentation in research begins during the residency application process or sooner. Increased involvement in family medicine research among medical students should be a key component of strategies for bridging the research gap: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Family medicine’s underrepresentation in research begins during the residency application process or sooner. Increased involvement in family medicine research among medical students should be a key component of strategies for bridging the research gap: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Based on survey responses and open-ended suggestions, several clear themes for future curricular development emerged. For LGBTQIA+ health education to be effective in residency programs, it must be comprehensive, community-engaged, and practice-oriented: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Based on survey responses and open-ended suggestions, several clear themes for future curricular development emerged. For LGBTQIA+ health education to be effective in residency programs, it must be comprehensive, community-engaged, and practice-oriented: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
This study evaluated the responses generated by ChatGPT regarding the 10 most frequently encountered primary care diagnoses. The responses were assessed for appropriateness and readability by two primary care physicians: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:17 PM
This study evaluated the responses generated by ChatGPT regarding the 10 most frequently encountered primary care diagnoses. The responses were assessed for appropriateness and readability by two primary care physicians: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
With the advent of artificial intelligence, it is possible for people to generate many letters to the editor.
At the PRiMER journal, the editorial team encountered such an instance in the summer of 2025, and believe it important to report to the field: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
At the PRiMER journal, the editorial team encountered such an instance in the summer of 2025, and believe it important to report to the field: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:14 PM
With the advent of artificial intelligence, it is possible for people to generate many letters to the editor.
At the PRiMER journal, the editorial team encountered such an instance in the summer of 2025, and believe it important to report to the field: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
At the PRiMER journal, the editorial team encountered such an instance in the summer of 2025, and believe it important to report to the field: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
In this multicenter, cross-sectional study of 240 residents from six hospitals, the Postgraduate Hospital Educational Environment Measure questionnaire showed strong internal consistency and structural validity for assessing the FMR learning environment in China: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:31 PM
In this multicenter, cross-sectional study of 240 residents from six hospitals, the Postgraduate Hospital Educational Environment Measure questionnaire showed strong internal consistency and structural validity for assessing the FMR learning environment in China: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
In "Social Drivers of Health", Anthony Zamudio, PhD, and Hien Nguyen, DO, detail the conversation in a home visitation: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:28 PM
In "Social Drivers of Health", Anthony Zamudio, PhD, and Hien Nguyen, DO, detail the conversation in a home visitation: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
"Her house feels safer
than clinic
I hand her free insulin
Plan a telehealth follow-up"
"Undocumented" by Sarah Stumbar, MD, MPH, won first prize in STFM's annual Poetry and Prose contest: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
than clinic
I hand her free insulin
Plan a telehealth follow-up"
"Undocumented" by Sarah Stumbar, MD, MPH, won first prize in STFM's annual Poetry and Prose contest: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:22 PM
"Her house feels safer
than clinic
I hand her free insulin
Plan a telehealth follow-up"
"Undocumented" by Sarah Stumbar, MD, MPH, won first prize in STFM's annual Poetry and Prose contest: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
than clinic
I hand her free insulin
Plan a telehealth follow-up"
"Undocumented" by Sarah Stumbar, MD, MPH, won first prize in STFM's annual Poetry and Prose contest: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
"He was loved and cherished, and he fought and struggled and suffered. His life was only 5 days, but it mattered."
In "Five Days", Elizabeth J. Trout, MD, MLS-ASCP, describes the heartbreaking story of a newborn's brief life and the doctor's grief: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
In "Five Days", Elizabeth J. Trout, MD, MLS-ASCP, describes the heartbreaking story of a newborn's brief life and the doctor's grief: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:19 PM
"He was loved and cherished, and he fought and struggled and suffered. His life was only 5 days, but it mattered."
In "Five Days", Elizabeth J. Trout, MD, MLS-ASCP, describes the heartbreaking story of a newborn's brief life and the doctor's grief: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
In "Five Days", Elizabeth J. Trout, MD, MLS-ASCP, describes the heartbreaking story of a newborn's brief life and the doctor's grief: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
In "A Divine Slap", James Schindler, MD, MPH, recalls a patient experience that "changed my professional life" because it reminded him that everyone deserves respect: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:15 PM
In "A Divine Slap", James Schindler, MD, MPH, recalls a patient experience that "changed my professional life" because it reminded him that everyone deserves respect: journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
"Bringing a mother into the world
is as challenging as taking care of a baby
and you are doing both simultaneously.
It’s a real fight, yours with yourself."
Andreise Souza, MD, in "I See You": journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
is as challenging as taking care of a baby
and you are doing both simultaneously.
It’s a real fight, yours with yourself."
Andreise Souza, MD, in "I See You": journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:10 PM
"Bringing a mother into the world
is as challenging as taking care of a baby
and you are doing both simultaneously.
It’s a real fight, yours with yourself."
Andreise Souza, MD, in "I See You": journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
is as challenging as taking care of a baby
and you are doing both simultaneously.
It’s a real fight, yours with yourself."
Andreise Souza, MD, in "I See You": journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
In this narrative essay "Nothing More", Mélanie Patrie, MD, CCFP, puts into words wrestling with guilt and acceptance when there are no more treatment options left for a patient:
journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
October 27, 2025 at 11:06 PM
In this narrative essay "Nothing More", Mélanie Patrie, MD, CCFP, puts into words wrestling with guilt and acceptance when there are no more treatment options left for a patient:
journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
journals.stfm.org/familymedici...
Family medicine residents spend hours working in the electronic health record (EHR). Authors implemented a training program to improve their ability to utilize the EHR.
This study analyzed Epic Signal data to assess the impact of that training: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
This study analyzed Epic Signal data to assess the impact of that training: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
October 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Family medicine residents spend hours working in the electronic health record (EHR). Authors implemented a training program to improve their ability to utilize the EHR.
This study analyzed Epic Signal data to assess the impact of that training: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
This study analyzed Epic Signal data to assess the impact of that training: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
CERA is a collaboration between four family medicine organizations that conduct omnibus surveys of different academic family medicine groups. This paper describes the methodology of the 2025 Clerkship Director Survey and demographic results of respondents: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
October 27, 2025 at 9:29 PM
CERA is a collaboration between four family medicine organizations that conduct omnibus surveys of different academic family medicine groups. This paper describes the methodology of the 2025 Clerkship Director Survey and demographic results of respondents: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Family medicine contributes less scholarship and receives much less grant money than other specialties. Understanding when and how this disparity begins is a key step in addressing the gap in family medicine scholarship: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
October 27, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Family medicine contributes less scholarship and receives much less grant money than other specialties. Understanding when and how this disparity begins is a key step in addressing the gap in family medicine scholarship: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Poster displays are commonly used to present scholarly activity. Most current research evaluates posters’ visual appeal. The innovation of BetterPoster highlighted the idea that design may be as important as poster content for knowledge transfer: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
October 27, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Poster displays are commonly used to present scholarly activity. Most current research evaluates posters’ visual appeal. The innovation of BetterPoster highlighted the idea that design may be as important as poster content for knowledge transfer: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
Securing peer reviewers for scholarly manuscripts is essential to journal operations but has become increasingly challenging. Previous data suggests reviewer responsiveness has been declining, and we examined whether this decline persisted over time: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...
October 27, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Securing peer reviewers for scholarly manuscripts is essential to journal operations but has become increasingly challenging. Previous data suggests reviewer responsiveness has been declining, and we examined whether this decline persisted over time: journals.stfm.org/primer/2025/...