End-stage kidney disease and earlier stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) represent one
of the most dramatic examples of racial/ethnic disparities in health in our nation. African …

Abstract Background The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act led
to the rapid implementation of telemedicine across healthcare office settings. This innovation …

Importance In patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF), rhythm control with either
antiarrhythmic drugs (AADs) or catheter ablation has been associated with decreased …

Background: There are limited data on the association of material deprivation with clinical
care and outcomes after atrial fibrillation (AF) diagnosis in jurisdictions with universal health …

Background Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) face complex health tasks and
decisions. Limited health literacy is a risk factor for poor health outcomes, but this has not …

Importance Patient education materials (PEMs) can promote patient engagement,
satisfaction, and treatment adherence. The American Medical Association recommends that …

Background Although sociodemographic characteristics are associated with health
disparities, the relative predictive value of different social and demographic factors remains …

Decisions around prostate-specific antigen screening require a patient-centred approach,
considering the benefits and risks of potential harm. Using shared decision-making (SDM) …

Background Low health literacy is common in general populations, but its prevalence in the
inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) population is unclear. The objective of this study was to …

Background Culturally diverse communities face barriers managing chronic musculoskeletal
pain conditions including navigation challenges, sub-optimal healthcare provider …