Patients & Families
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Break the Chain of Tobacco Addiction
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a new campaign to raise awareness about tobacco product regulations designed to protect kids from the dangers of tobacco use and its negative health impacts. Check out tools to spread the word, stay informed, and learn more.
About Internal Medicine
Doctors of internal medicine focus on adult medicine and have had special study and training focusing on the prevention and treatment of adult diseases. At least three of their seven or more years of medical school and postgraduate training are dedicated to learning how to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect adults. Internists are sometimes referred to as the "doctor's doctor," because they are often called upon to act as consultants to other physicians to help solve puzzling diagnostic problems.
Diseases & Conditions
Special Topics
Understanding Your Care
- Video: Introduction to the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
Learn about a new approach to health care in which a team of health professionals, coordinated by a personal physician, works collaboratively to provide high levels of care. - Research Participation
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Search Patient Information
Patient information for over 460 clinical topics from ACP's decision support tool, PIER®.
DVDs and Guidebooks
Order free DVDs and guidebooks designed to help educate you on a variety of conditions, including Alzheimer's disease, insomnia, GERD, and migraines.
ACP Special Reports
Learn about warning signs, risk factors, and treatment and management details in these easy-to-understand brochures covering diseases and other health concerns.
ACP Video News Stories
Video news stories about important medical and health issues, featuring new research from Annals of Internal Medicine, clinical guidelines, healthcare advocacy issues and other topics.
ACP Diabetes Portal
- Free access to tools, resources and research supporting diabetes care. Get information specific to your needs.
ACP COPD Portal
- Free access to tools, resources and research supporting Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease care. Get information specific to your needs.