American Board of Family Medicine

American Board of Medical Specialties Officially Recognizes Health Care Administration, Leadership, and Management As a Subspecialty

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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CHICAGO, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) officially approved Health Care Administration, Leadership, and Management (HALM) as a subspecialty at its February 2023 Board of Directors meeting. The American Board of Anesthesiology, American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), American Board of Family Medicine, and American Board of Preventive Medicine co-sponsored the application for the subspecialty certificate, allowing physicians certified by 13 of the 24 ABMS Member Boards to apply for the new certificate.

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  • CHICAGO, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) officially approved Health Care Administration, Leadership, and Management (HALM) as a subspecialty at its February 2023 Board of Directors meeting.
  • The American Board of Anesthesiology, American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), American Board of Family Medicine, and American Board of Preventive Medicine co-sponsored the application for the subspecialty certificate, allowing physicians certified by 13 of the 24 ABMS Member Boards to apply for the new certificate.
  • "The establishment of the HALM subspeciality is in direct response to requests from both the physician and medical specialists' community as well as health care systems alike."
  • The HALM subspecialty encompasses and integrates experience from clinical medicine and health systems science, including quality improvement, patient safety, health care economics, public health, communication, informatics, and other related disciplines into a singular subspecialty certificate.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Mufid N. Khoury, MD as a Exceptional Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Healthcare Field as a Hospitalist

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Mufid N. Khoury, MD, is acknowledged as an Exceptional Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Healthcare Field as a Hospitalist.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Mufid N. Khoury, MD, is acknowledged as an Exceptional Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Healthcare Field as a Hospitalist.
  • He completed his Medical Degree and Internship at Wayne State University School of Medicine.
  • The doctor then attended William Beaumont Hospital in Detroit, MI to complete a Family Medicine residency program.
  • Looking to the future, Dr. Khoury plans to continue his work as a hospitalist and take on new leadership roles in the coming years.

Mercy First in the U.S. to Expand Family Medicine Residency Program to Focus on Obesity

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As obesity rates in the United States continue to climb, Mercy is taking an innovative approach and adding an optional fourth year to its Mercy Family Medicine Residency program.

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  • ST. LOUIS, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As obesity rates in the United States continue to climb, Mercy is taking an innovative approach and adding an optional fourth year to its Mercy Family Medicine Residency program.
  • "Obesity isn't just a condition in the U.S., it's an epidemic and study after study shows the burden it puts on patients and the health care system as a whole," said Dr. Sarah Cole, Mercy Family Medicine Residency program director.
  • "Family medicine residents traditionally train for three years but an extra year would give them expertise in treating obesity."
  • Dr. Elizabeth Hoover, a third-year resident with the Mercy Family Medicine Residency program, will be the first to take advantage of the optional fourth year of training.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges Matthew Endrizzi as a Distinguished Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the medical field

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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LAS CRUCES, N.M., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Matthew Endrizzi is acknowledged as a Distinguished Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the medical field.

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  • LAS CRUCES, N.M., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Matthew Endrizzi is acknowledged as a Distinguished Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the medical field.
  • Dr. Endrizzi earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health medicine and human values from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.
  • He received an MD from the University of New Mexico, School of Medicine and completed family medicine residency at Honor Health Osborn.
  • The doctor is associated with American Academy of Family Physicians; American Board of Family Medicine; and American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.

Lagina R. Scott, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Friday, February 17, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lagina R. Scott, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Medical Professional in the medical field as a family physician.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lagina R. Scott, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Medical Professional in the medical field as a family physician.
  • She completed an internship and residency in family medicine at the Family Health Centers of San Diego.
  • She became board-certified in family medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM).
  • According to the doctor, ABFM is a non-profit independent medical association of American physicians who practice family medicine and its sub-specialties.

Nancy Elwood, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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ELEANOR, W.Va., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nancy Elwood, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Pinnacle Achiever for her contributions to the medical field.

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  • ELEANOR, W.Va., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nancy Elwood, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Pinnacle Achiever for her contributions to the medical field.
  • Dr. Elwood earned a medical degree from the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University in 2000.
  • She completed her residency in family medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, in 2003.
  • Dr. Elwood has been in practice since 2003 and has served nearly four years with FamilyCare Health Centers.

James E. Southerland, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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GREENSBORO, Ga., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James E. Southerland, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the medical field.

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  • GREENSBORO, Ga., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James E. Southerland, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the medical field.
  • Dr. Southerland earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Paine College in Augusta, GA in 1977.
  • He is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM).
  • Dr. Southerland is additionally grateful to his mentors, Bill H. Rhodes, MD; Lee Parker, MD; and David Thornton, MD.

Elara Caring Adds Dr. Kevin Henning as Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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Elara Caring, the full-scale, multi-state home healthcare provider of clinical and personalized services across the patient continuum, has added Dr. Kevin Henning as the organization’s Chief Medical Officer.

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  • Elara Caring, the full-scale, multi-state home healthcare provider of clinical and personalized services across the patient continuum, has added Dr. Kevin Henning as the organization’s Chief Medical Officer.
  • Henning joins Elara at an incredibly exciting time,” said Ananth Mohan, Chief Operating Officer of Elara Caring.
  • He joins the organization from TeamHealth and Continuum Hospice, where he served as Medical Director.
  • He previously served in such roles as: Chief Medical Officer, US Post Acute Care in Tacoma, WA; Medical Director, Washington and Oregon for Optum CarePlus; Chief Medical Director, Amedisys, and National Medical Director for Gentiva Health Services, Hospice division.

Joel S. Stoeckeler, MD is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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During his years in full-time medical practice, Dr. Stoeckeler was a Family Medicine physician for over 26 years.

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  • During his years in full-time medical practice, Dr. Stoeckeler was a Family Medicine physician for over 26 years.
  • He additionally served as the EMS medical director for the Baldwin Ambulance Service for 18 years.
  • He continued his studies at the University of Minnesota, where he attended medical school, obtaining his Medical Degree in 1985.
  • Following medical school, Dr. Stoeckeler completed an internship in Pediatrics and a residency in Family Medicine at the University of Minnesota.

Nancy Elwood, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Elwood has been in practice since 2003, including nearly four years with FamilyCare Health Centers.

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  • A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Elwood has been in practice since 2003, including nearly four years with FamilyCare Health Centers.
  • The medical facility is a federally funded healthcare provider with 15 locations, three mobile units, and a 30-year quality, accessible care legacy.
  • In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Elwood is affiliated with the Charleston Area Medical Center.
  • Due to her extensive training and clinical excellence, the doctor is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.