Family Medicine Research
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Preparing for the Future

Our department ranks among the top 10 in terms of NIH funding. Projects range from examining disparities in health care to using advanced technology for diabetes management, and more.

About our Research

The University of Michigan Medical School's Department of Family Medicine research is a multidisciplinary effort among our scientists and clinicians (some of whom are both) who examine health care issues that affect a person throughout their lifetime. Our faculty conduct work in nearly every area of health, from maternal and reproductive health to the prevention of cancer and integrative oncology, to behavioral health, and the health of the primary care workforce on a national and global scale.

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The department's research is also focused on addressing a person’s socioeconomic factors. Our researchers ask, ‘How does the physical environment affect someone’s health? Do they lack transportation, the financial means to receive appropriate care, or do they have a disability, either physical and/or intellectual, that can prevent them from accessing equitable care?’ 

They also examine barriers inherent in the current established medical system that present certain race-based barriers to specific groups in gaining equal and effective access to care. Our researchers care about the health of the community, both locally and on a global scale, and they conduct work that contributes to overall well-being of patients and the community.

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Medical School News
Louito C. Edje, M.D., MHPE, FAAFP, reelected to AMA Council on Medical Education
Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education Louito C. Edje, M.D., MHPE, FAAFP, was reelected to the American Medical Association’s Council on Medical Education (CME). CME studies and evaluates all aspects of the medical education continuum and recommends national policies for medical and allied health education.
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Department News
Researchers discuss diverse topics at Michigan Family Medicine Research Day
A full cadre of Department of Family Medicine researchers, both from the Ann Arbor-based department and UM Health-Sparrow, had a strong presence at the 47th Annual Michigan Family Medicine Research Day.
Ebony Parker-Featherstone, MD and other leaders celebrate the opening of the new Ypsilanti Health Center.
Department News
Grand Opening of the New Ypsilanti Health Center
The grand opening of the University of Michigan-Health's new Ypsilanti Health Center celebrates expanded access to care, community partnerships, and a patient-centered design approach.
Department News
MDisability faculty, former interns, trainees discuss disability-inclusive health care curriculum
MDisability members, former interns, and medical trainees reconnected during the ACGME Summit on Fostering Disability-Inclusive Health Care in Resident Education.
Department News
Core MDisability member, former summer intern to present research at International CHARGE Syndrome conference 
MDisability  core  member and Assistant Professor Tyler G. James, Ph.D., MCHES®, as well as  former 2024 MDisability  summer intern Muhammad Othman,  have been invited to  present their research at the 16th International CHARGE Syndrome Conference.
Department News
Tess Carichner achieves her dream of entering U-M's PhD in Nursing Program
The former 2024 MDisability summer intern is passionate about advocating for people with disabilities.