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11/20/2025

Today (November 20) is the Great American Smokeout!

From the UNC To***co Treatment Program:
Quitting or cutting down on smoking is challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join thousands of people across the country today and take the first step toward a healthier future!

What happens when you quit smoking:

- 8 hours after quitting: Carbon monoxide levels in your blood return to normal.
- 24 hours after quitting: Your risk of heart attack begins to drop.
2 weeks to 3 months after quitting: Lung function improves by up to 30%.
- 1 month after quitting: You’ll save about $240 (if you smoked a pack a day in North Carolina).
- 1 to 9 months after quitting: Coughing, sinus congestion, fatigue, and shortness of breath decrease.

Commit to a healthier (& wealthier!) future for yourself and your loved ones.

You set the goals and timeline - the UNC To***co Treatment Program provides expert coaching, behavior-change counseling, and medication recommendations to help you succeed.
📞 Contact us: 984-974-4976
📧 Email: ttp@med.unc.edu
👉 Tips for quitting now, from TTP's Susan Trout: https://healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/9-strategies-for-quitting-smoking/

11/11/2025

Amir Barzin, DO, MS, Associate Professor in the UNC Department of Family Medicine and Chief Operating Officer of UNC Health Physicians, was recently featured in a UNC Media Hub article exploring physician burnout and the emotional toll of medical care.

In the article, Dr. Barzin shares how his daily morning runs help him manage the pressures of working in health care. His reflections underscore the growing awareness among medical professionals of the mental and emotional strain that comes with caring for patients during their most vulnerable moments.

Barzin is a graduate of the UNC Family Medicine Residency Program, where he served as Chief Resident. He has held multiple leadership roles within the department, including Medical Director of the Family Medicine Center at Chapel Hill and Director of the Family Medicine Inpatient Service Line. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he led UNC’s Respiratory Diagnostic Center and co-developed the Carolina Together Testing Program, which enabled the safe return of students and faculty to campus. Appointed Chief Operating Officer of UNC Health Physicians in April 2025, Dr. Barzin now oversees strategic operations, physician recruitment, virtual care programs, and patient experience initiatives across the system.

The article was also picked up by The Charlotte Post.

Read the full article on Media Hub: go.unc.edu/Barzin-Burnout

11/05/2025

Evan Ashkin, MD, founder of the North Carolina Formerly Incarcerated Transition (NC FIT) Program, was recently interviewed by WFAE, Charlotte's NPR affiliate, for its feature Light Rail Stabbing and Iryna’s Law Exposes Cracks in North Carolina’s Mental Health System. The segment examines systemic failures that contributed to the tragic killing of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light rail and the passage of Iryna’s Law.

Ashkin and host Nick de la Canal explore systemic failures that leave vulnerable individuals without adequate care. Dr. Ashkin highlighted how prisons and jails have become the state’s largest providers of inpatient psychiatric care - a role they were never designed to fill - and stressed the need for proactive solutions.

“We need to invest in things like ACT teams - assertive community treatment teams,” Ashkin said. “They might have a social worker, a peer to do outreach, a psychiatrist who actually meets people in the community where they’re at, because oftentimes these folks are not going to come to the appointment.”

Ashkin highlighted his work with forensic ACT teams, which provide intensive support for individuals post-release with serious mental illness, and hopes for additional funding to expand these programs. These efforts align with NC FIT’s mission to bridge gaps in care for formerly incarcerated individuals and reduce recidivism through comprehensive health and social support.

“The law misses the mark,” Ashkin said. “Funding these programs and building relationships that keep people engaged in treatment could prevent tragedies like this.”

Read the article and listen to the interview: go.unc.edu/Ashkin-IrynasLaw

10/30/2025

Crister Brady, MD, MPH, recently served as the keynote speaker at the annual donor appreciation event hosted by Doctors Without Walls - Santa Barbara Street Medicine (DWW). The gathering, held at Direct Relief headquarters (a longtime partner supporting DWW’s outreach efforts), celebrated two decades of providing healthcare to individuals experiencing homelessness.

Dr. Brady’s connection to DWW runs deep: he was the organization’s first student coordinator in 2010, helping shape its early efforts to deliver care directly to people on the streets. Now a practicing physician in our department, he reflected on the enduring values of DWW - unconditional care, student mentorship, and collaborative patient-centered approaches.

His keynote emphasized the importance of community-based care and the power of meeting patients where they are. Brady spoke to an interprofessional audience of healthcare professionals, volunteers, and donors, highlighting the need for sustained support and innovative approaches to care for vulnerable populations.

Brady currently sees patients at the UNC Family Medicine Center at Carraway Village in Chapel Hill and serves as the Regional Director of the UNC Rural Primary Care Fellowship Program. His career has been shaped by a commitment to rural health, community engagement, and collaborative care models. Prior to joining UNC, he worked at Piedmont Health Services and completed training at UCSF, UC Davis, and UC Berkeley, focusing on health equity and partnerships with communities experiencing homelessness.

The event also spotlighted DWW’s Enhanced Case Management program, which has helped clients secure and maintain housing through intensive support. The organization, however, currently faces funding challenges that threaten its future services. Brady’s keynote underscored the urgency of advocacy and policy change to sustain street medicine efforts.

Read more in the Santa Barbara Independent:
go.unc.edu/Brady-DWW

10/27/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the UNC Family Medicine Centers at Chapel Hill, Carraway Village, Durham, and South Durham have been showing their support by wearing pink on Fridays throughout the month.

Did you know that one in eight women (and people assigned female at birth) will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime? According to the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), women aged 40 to 74 who are at average risk for breast cancer should get a mammogram every two years. This updated recommendation reflects growing evidence of rising breast cancer rates among women in their 40s. For those with questions or concerns, especially individuals under 40 or with higher risk factors, it’s important to talk with your primary care provider about the best screening plan for you.

10/24/2025

Happy Medical Assistants Recognition Week ! Our Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) and Medical Assistants (MAs) are many times the first line of care you encounter at our clinics. We celebrate our CMAs at The UNC Family Medicine Centers at Chapel Hill, Carraway Village, Durham, and South Durham, for their compassion, professionalism, hard work, and focus on delivering quality patient care for all people.

Thank you, Medical Assistants, for your skill and your dedication to excellent care!

(special s/o to the Chapel Hill crew for the "fun pic" at the end 😂)

10/23/2025

The UNC Department of Family Medicine and UNC Obstetrics and Gynecology are proud to spotlight a collaborative initiative led by Debbie Phipps, MD, a family medicine physician with fellowship training in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Phipps is featured in two recent UNC Health Talk articles that highlight her expertise and advocacy in vulvar health: “Itchy V***a? What to Know About Lichen Sclerosus” and “There Is Help for Persistent Pain in the V***a.”

Dr. Phipps sees patients at the UNC V***ar Health Clinic, a unique program designed to improve care for individuals with complex vulvar conditions such as vulvodynia, lichen sclerosus, and other chronic disorders.

“V***ar health is an area that’s often under-discussed and under-treated,” says Dr. Phipps. “By creating a dedicated clinic, we’re making space for patients to feel heard, receive evidence-based care, and work toward lasting comfort and wellness.”

This clinic exemplifies UNC’s commitment to integrated, compassionate, and comprehensive women’s health. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of Family Medicine and OB/GYN - addressing not only physical symptoms but also the emotional and relational aspects of chronic vulvar conditions.

The UNC V***ar Health Clinic is currently accepting referrals. To learn more or schedule an appointment, call (984) 215-3510.

Follow UNC Family Medicine and UNC OB/GYN on social media for updates on women’s health initiatives, education, and patient care innovations.

Dr. Phipps sees her primary care panel at The UNC Family Medicine Center at Carraway Village.

Read the articles:
go.unc.edu/lichen-sclerosus
go.unc.edu/pain-in-vulva

10/15/2025

UNC Family Medicine has been awarded a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Primary Care Training Enhancement grant to train residents in Street Medicine - a model of care that meets individuals experiencing homelessness where they are.

The new curriculum will include Critical Time Intervention (CTI) training and immersive learning with community partners in Orange, Lee, and Wake Counties. Residents will gain experience providing care in non-traditional settings and supporting patients through transitions to stable housing and long-term support.

The project is led by Timothy Daaleman, DO, MPH, with collaborators Marni Holder, MSN, RN, and Tim Smith, MPA, who bring deep expertise in community engagement and improving access to care.

“This grant comes at a critical time,” said Dr. Daaleman. “We’re preparing future physicians to understand the social factors that shape health and to serve with empathy and purpose.”

This initiative reflects UNC Family Medicine’s ongoing commitment to advancing community-based care and preparing residents to lead with compassion and respond to the needs of vulnerable populations.

Read more at go.unc.edu/streetmedicine

10/07/2025

We’re proud to share that Catherine Coe, MD, Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum at UNC School of Medicine and Associate Professor of Family Medicine, has been named the next Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the UC San Diego School of Medicine, beginning January 2026.

Dr. Coe has been a transformative leader in medical education at UNC. As former Director of the Community Health Training Program (formerly FIRST), she helped shape a nationally recognized curriculum focused on preparing students to serve in underserved communities. Her work has advanced innovation, equity, and excellence in medical education—locally and nationally.

A UNC Family Medicine residency graduate and former Chief Resident, Dr. Coe joined our faculty in 2018 and quickly became a cornerstone of curriculum design and leadership. Her contributions have been supported by over $2.5 million in grant funding and recognized through national leadership roles with the AAMC, American Medical Association, and the Consortium of Accelerated Medical Pathway Programs (CAMPP).

“Dr. Coe has been an extraordinary leader, educator, and colleague,” said Dr. Margaret Helton, Chair of UNC Family Medicine. “Her vision and dedication have made a lasting impact on our department and the UNC School of Medicine.”

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Coe on this exciting next chapter. We are deeply grateful for her time at UNC and look forward to seeing her continued impact at UCSD and beyond!

09/26/2025

It's National Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Week! celebrates the vital contributions of various healthcare professionals, including Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Midwives, and others. These certified and licensed providers play a crucial role in our work, providing compassionate, effective care to all people.

UNC Department of Family Medicine APPs:
-Urgent Care and The UNC Family Medicine Center at Chapel Hill – Theresa Pitassi, PA, Liz Prata FNP, Evie Sigmon FNP, Posie Belden, MSN, NP-C, Stacy Scott, FNP, and Nikki Currence, MSN, RN, FNP-BC
-Family Centered Perinatal Care and The UNC Family Medicine Center at Chapel Hill – Siobhan Wulff, FNP, IBCLC
-The UNC Family Medicine Center at Durham – Ami Goldstein, FNP, CNM, MSN
-UNC Health Chatham Hospital – Charlie Pulliam, PA (Emergency Dept), Alex Munden, PA (Emergency Dept), Natalie Vance, PA (Emergency Dept), Stephen Barton, PA (General Surgery), Brandy Parks, CNM (Maternity Care Center), and Chesney Byars, CNM (Maternity Care Center)

Thanks to all our Advanced Practice Providers - we appreciate you!

09/25/2025

It's flu season already - have you gotten your annual vaccination yet? It's not fun to get the flu!

We're having our Saturday Flu Clinics at The UNC Family Medicine Center at Chapel Hill (Main Campus) from October 4th to November 1st! Make an appointment in My UNC Chart.

We hope everyone stays protected, stays safe, and has a healthy Fall.

09/23/2025

It’s National Farm Safety and Health Week, and in observance, we’d like to note that it is crucial to highlight that the agricultural sector recorded 417 fatalities in 2022, making it the most hazardous industry in the United States. This week, dedicated to promoting safety during the demanding fall harvest season, carries the theme “Safety First: Avoid the Worst,” underscoring the preventability of workplace incidents.

Recently, faculty and residents from UNC Family Medicine participated in a UNC Farmworker “Gala” & Clinic in Eastern NC, hearing from the amazing team at the NC Department of Health and Human Services' Farmworker Health Program, directed by faculty member Modjulie Moore, MD. At the Gala, team members from the program expressed their commitment to the well-being of North Carolina farmworkers, discussing the variety of services they provide to the community – not only clinical care, but meals, health education, help finding housing, and other direct services.

After the Gala, faculty, residents, and the Farmworker Health Program bus drove to a separate location where they held a clinic serving over 30 farmworkers and their families. The team provided screening for preventive care, vision, hearing, mental health, and more, and pointed patients to where they can receive continued medical care. Food was also provided, with community members preparing pupusas for attendees!

Much of our food supply relies on the labor of individuals who often have limited access to healthcare. We take pride in our partnership with the NCDHHS Office of Rural Health to deliver essential care to our local farmworkers.

Learn more about the Farmworker Health Program at: https://ncfhp.ncdhhs.gov/

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