Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Recognizes Exemplary Projects

May 25 marked the 45^th Michigan Family Medicine Research Day—an opportunity for family medicine and community health physicians, physician assistants, and psychologists to share and learn the latest research in family medicine across the state.

Thank you to Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine for hosting the virtual conference in collaboration with Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan and the family medicine departments at Central Michigan University College of Medicine, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Wayne State University School of Medicine, and Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine.

The day-long agenda featured a keynote address by Colleen Fogarty, MD, SC, of University of Rochester Medical Center, who spoke about “Research, Family Medicine and YOU,” and 42 resident research presentations. Congratulations to members of Michigan Academy of Family Physicians listed below who received awards for their research presentations.

Be sure to reserve May 23, 2024, on your calendar to attend next year’s Michigan Family Medicine Research Day.

Best Clinical Research Presentation

Kathleen Abenes, MD and Caleb Arthur, MD
PGY-3, University of Michigan Family Medicine Residency
Youths’ Perceptions and Behaviors on COVID-19 Testing

Best Educational Research Presentation

Ashley Erwin, MD
PGY-3, Ascension Providence Family Medicine Residency
Simulated Subacromial Injection Instruction Improves Accuracy and Skill Level: A Model for Musculoskeletal Procedural Training

Ashley Dhawan, MD
PGY-3, Sparrow/Michigan State University Family Medicine Residency
Wellness Elements in Wellness Curricula: A Comparison Between Residency Programs

Best Quality Improvement Project Presentation

Laura Kruger, MD
PGY-3, University of Michigan Family Medicine Residency
FOCAL POINT Furthering Ophthalmic Care Among Limited English Proficient Patients: Post-operative Instructions in Translation

Best Case Report Presentation

Ashley Erin, MD
PGY-3, Ascension Providence Family Medicine Residency
A Rare Syndrome in a Rare Carcinoma: Spontaneous Tumor Lysis Syndrome in Small Cell Liver Carcinoma

Best Behavioral Health Research Presentation

Ashley Erwin, MD
PGY-3, Ascension Providence Hospital Family Medicine Residency
Adverse Child Experiences and Mood Disorders