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The Healthy People Curriculum Task Force (Task Force), established in 2002 by the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR) convened a quarterly meeting on March 21, 2024 to discuss progress on converting Healthy People educational objectives from developmental status to core, and to analyze the first round of proposed edits for the upcoming 5th revision of their curriculum framework.The Task Force works to encourage the implementation of Healthy People educational objectives that seek to increase the inclusion of core clinical prevention and population health content in health professions education.
To guide this work, the Task Force publishes and regularly updates the Clinical Prevention and Population Health Curriculum Framework, which provides a common core of knowledge for clinical health professions about individual and population‐oriented prevention and health promotion efforts.
Seven Task Force member national health professions education associations have collected information from their member institutions for two decades to track progress in curricular integration.The data reveal trends toward the universal inclusion of some topic areas in clinical prevention and population health, such as counseling for behavior change and evaluation of health sciences literature. However, there is a continuing need to facilitate the inclusion of other topic areas including environmental health, global health, and public health systems.
The 2020 Framework revision (current version) featured a greater emphasis on Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and health equity; a new domain addressing mental and behavioral health; and 14 new or revised topic areas.The 2025 revision, following a global pandemic, is expected to delve into multiple new areas of focus.That’s why the Task Force decided to assemble four faculty expert workgroups, with representation from each clinical health profession, to tackle the revisions for each of the four Framework Components.Workgroups are comprised of 47 faculty across the health professions selected by their national associations. They first convened in November 2023 and meet independently to propose revisions over 3 quarterly cycles, with a final draft expected in Fall 2024. A Public Comment period will invite additional input in winter 2024.
On Tuesday, March 11th during the APTR annual meeting, Teaching Prevention 2024: Advancing Population Health Across Disciplines, APTR presented its 2024 awards. APTR nationally recognizes outstanding individuals and academic programs for achievement in the field of prevention and public health education. The APTR Awards Program honors those who have advanced prevention and public health teaching, research, and service.
APTR DUNCAN CLARK AWARD
This award was named after APTR Past President, Duncan Clark, an American public health expert and preventive medicine specialist. Established in 1974, it honors individuals or organizations with a distinguished record of achievement in the areas of teaching, research and/or advocacy that promoted preventive medicine.
We are thrilled to give this award to Dr. Scott Frank from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine who is Associate Professor Emeritus of the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences and Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the School of Medicine and Director Emeritus of the Master of Public Health Program. Scott Frank, MD, MS, was a public health and family medicine educator, researcher, and practitioner. He served as Director of Health for the City of Shaker Heights and was the principal investigator of the Health Data Matters online resource. Dr. Frank maintained a clinical family practice and was involved in research and teaching in the domains of social justice, public health services and systems, public health information technology, adolescent health, tobacco control, substance abuse prevention, public health and medicine, assessment of stress, and the role of spirituality and religion in the medical setting. Dr. Frank has a long history of service to APTR. He has served on numerous planning committees of the APTR conference and as an APTR representative on the American Journal of Preventive Medicine Board of Governors, and two terms on the APTR Board of Directors from 2016-2022.
F. MARIAN BISHOP EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
The F. Marian Bishop Educator of the Year Award is presented to faculty who have contributed to the instruction of students or residents in the field of public health and prevention.
This award was presented to Dr. Rosemary (Rosie) Frasso, a health equity researcher and public health educator. Recognized as an expert in mixed methods study design. She is dedicated to mentoring junior faculty and training the next generation of public health professionals through teaching and mentorship. Dr. Frasso provides consultation and oversight on qualitative projects for clinicians, researchers, and students as well as for partners from local, national and international organizations, including the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, WillsEye Hospital, the Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, the Federal Reserve Banks of Chicago and Philadelphia, LV Prasad Eye Institute in India, Ulster University, Northern Ireland, and Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy.
Her expertise in qualitative methods focuses on traditional and alternative data sources and data collection approaches that are crucial to studies designed to inform, assess, and promote health equity interventions. Dr. Frasso has trained hundreds of researchers to conduct rigorous qualitative and mixed methods research studies through a popular mini-course on qualitative research that draws learners from around the US. Dr. Frasso embraces traditional and creative data collection approaches, including, but not limited to, arts informed research, tag-a-long interviews, photo-elicitation interviews, photo-voice, free-listing and consensus-deriving group approaches. Additionally, she has worked on several cross-disciplinary projects with educators, artists and economists who are committed to using qualitative methods to support and enhance community collaborations and to amplify the voices of vulnerable populations.
OUTSTANDING PROGRAM AWARD
This award honors an innovative program, department, or academic institution for advancing education in prevention and public health. Individuals responsible for the establishment, success, growth, or management of the academic program, which furthers students' interest in the field, are honored.
This award is presented to the Population Health Scholar Track at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Drs. Monica Ajinkya, and Richard Waldhorn are the track directors and are here with us today along with Yumi Jarris, the founding Director and the chief architect and leader for many years. The Population Health Scholar Track is a comprehensive, longitudinal curriculum in population health. It includes seminar discussions, a rigorous outcomes-based scholarly project, and a health policy and public health elective. The goal of the track is to provide students with foundational population health knowledge and research skills which will enable them to approach clinical care with a broader understanding of the determinants of health. The Population Health Scholar Track trains students to become leaders who will promote health equity for their patients and communities. Students who complete all of the components receive special distinction as a Population Health Scholar upon graduation.
A core component of the training is the practical experience students gain when they complete a mentored 7-week summer research project addressing health equity. The research projects most commonly address the structural or social determinants of health in the District of Columbia at various organizations. In their fourth year, students enroll in a month-long health policy and public health elective with residents and fellows from throughout the MedStar Health system. The elective includes didactic lectures by Georgetown faculty from the medical school, Law Center, School of Nursing and Health Studies, and the McCourt Public Policy school as well as experts in public health and public policy from other academic centers and think tanks. Students and residents also participate in site visits to state, local and national public health and health policy agencies and the Congress where they have the opportunity to meet with current and former national public health leaders. A population health community engagement project, advocacy work, and an introduction to population health data science skills are also part of this elective.
Each year the scholars work in conjunction with Georgetown nursing students interested in public health at an assigned DC elementary school to make this an interdisciplinary effort.
This award honors an innovative program, department, or academic institution for advancing education in prevention and public health. Individuals responsible for the establishment, success, growth, or management of the academic program, which furthers students' interest in the field, are honored.
This award was presented to the Population Health Scholar Track at Georgetown University School of Medicine. The Population Health Scholar Track is a comprehensive, longitudinal curriculum in population health. It includes seminar discussions, a rigorous outcomes-based scholarly project, and a health policy and public health elective. The goal of the track is to provide students with foundational population health knowledge and research skills which will enable them to approach clinical care with a broader understanding of the determinants of health. The Population Health Scholar Track trains students to become leaders who will promote health equity for their patients and communities. Students who complete all of the components receive special distinction as a Population Health Scholar upon graduation. A core component of the training is the practical experience students gain when they complete a mentored 7-week summer research project addressing health equity. The research projects most commonly address the structural or social determinants of health in the District of Columbia at various organizations.
In their fourth year, students enroll in a month-long health policy and public health elective with residents and fellows from throughout the MedStar Health system. The elective includes didactic lectures by Georgetown faculty from the medical school, Law Center, School of Nursing and Health Studies, and the McCourt Public Policy school as well as experts in public health and public policy from other academic centers and think tanks. Students and residents also participate in site visits to state, local and national public health and health policy agencies and the Congress where they have the opportunity to meet with current and former national public health leaders. A population health community engagement project, advocacy work, and an introduction to population health data science skills are also part of this elective.
On April 2, 2024, the Board of Governors of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine (AJPM) and AJPM Focus (an online, open-access publication) reached an agreement with Elsevier to acquire the assets of the journals and support these publications into the future, working with the editors and editorial boards. Elsevier has been the long-term publisher of AJPM and helped launch AJPM Focus in 2022.
AJPM, and more recently AJPM Focus, have long been the scientific journals of both the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) and the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR), publishing peer-reviewed articles in the areas of prevention research, teaching, practice, and policy to advance the science of prevention and preventive medicine. The relationship between the professional societies and these publications will continue as they remain the official journals and publications of the two entities. ACPM and APTR will each continue to offer the journals as a member benefit and to publish position statements, policy positions and additional materials.
“We are thrilled to be part of Elsevier, helping pave the way for the continued success of these prestigious journals in the future,” stated Dr. Rosemary Caron, Chair of the AJPM Board of Governors. The AJPM Board has worked diligently over the years to provide governance and oversight of the publications, working in lockstep with the publisher, editorial offices, and editors to ensure the growth and quality of these publications. “Over the past five years, the impact factor of the AJPM has increased to 5.5, which is reflective of the scientific rigor of both the authors and the editorial Board and editors to ensure evidence-based research is made available to the public,” added Caron.
Laura Hassink, Managing Director STM Journals, Elsevier, said: “We look forward to continuing to work with the editorial teams of APJM and AJPM Focus, to help the development and growth of the quality, international profile and visibility of these prestigious journals.”
“APTR is excited that AJPM and AJPM Focus will continue to be the official journals of the organization. This partnership advances the science of prevention and population health by continuing to disseminate high-quality research that informs practice, policy, and education in the field,” stated APTR President, Dr. Christine Arcari.
“ACPM is very proud of our scientific journal and the growth of the new online AJPM Focus and look forward to an ongoing relationship with Elsevier, the editors and editorial boards who will continue to advance the high-quality, evidence-based science in the field of preventive medicine and prevention,” stated Dr. Mirza Rahman, President of ACPM.
Join your colleagues at Teaching Prevention 2024: Advancing Population Health Across Disciplines, the 86th annual conference of the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR). This interdisciplinary meeting focuses on the knowledge, skills, collaborations, and resources needed to teach, practice, and promote population health.
Attending Teaching Prevention provides an opportunity to build your network of academic, research, and clinical prevention Teaching Prevention 2024 offers a unique forum for the exchange of ideas and expertise. Attendees will gain insights into effective strategies necessary for teaching in today's ever-changing environment and for meeting the needs of diverse learners. Share innovative approaches and identify opportunities for collaboration and partnerships within and across disciplines to advance population health.
Teaching Prevention 2024 will feature:
Innovative plenary speakers bringing new and exciting perspectives to the conversation.
Concurrent sessions covering a variety of topics around curriculum development, assessment, and evaluation; prevention research and practice; collaboration and engagement; and translating public health evidence to drive change.
Networking Opportunities and social events to connect with fellow educators
Poster presentations showcasing research, programs, and initiatives
Posted By Association for Prevention Teaching and Research,
Friday, November 3, 2023
APTR Now Accepting Applications for Residency Rotations with the USPSTF @ AHRQ
APTR is accepting applications for 2-month residency rotations working with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Program at the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) for 2024-2025. This opportunity is available for current preventive medicine residents. Primary care residents with demonstrated interest in prevention, public health, or health policy are also encouraged to apply.
All applications must be submitted online through the APTR website. Applicants are required to submit:
•Curriculum vitae or resume
•Statement of Interest
•Letter of recommendation from Residency Program Director
•Scientific writing sample
Program details, learning objectives, and application requirements are detailed online at www.aptrweb.org/rotations.
Posted By Association for Prevention Teaching and Research,
Thursday, September 28, 2023
APTR Appoints two new PrevMed Residents to AAMC ORR
APTR is pleased to announce the APTR appointees to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Organization of Resident Representatives (ORR) for the 2023-2024 academic year.The ORR provides a resident voice on policy matters before the association and further offers leadership and professional development opportunities for those interested in academic medicine careers, through venues with peers, specialty society and faculty leaders, and related members of the medical education community.
Michela Corsi, MD
Dr. Michela Corsi is a preventive medicine resident at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, where she is also finishing a Master of Arts in Higher Education. Her medical career began with an intern year in general surgery and quickly evolved as she realized her passion for working with medical students and her desire to improve medical education and student well-being. Through her preventive medicine training, she has made progress toward receiving her Master of Public Health in Health Behavior and Health Education. Her ultimate career goal is to work on bridging gaps in physician training on public health, and to enhance health equity training in medical education.
Tauhid Mahmud, MD, MPH
Dr. Tauhid Mahmud is a preventive medicine resident at Stony Brook University where he is also completing a graduate certificate in clinical informatics, combining his interests in primary care, preventive medicine, and population health through clinical analytics. His goals are to inform public health interventions and empower communities through health data science. He recently completed his family medicine residency training at the University of Maryland Medical System, and completed his Master of Public Health at Columbia University, focusing on health policy and management. Dr. Tauhid’s background and interests span clinical medicine, public health, medical education, and healthcare equity. He advocates for issues affecting the resident community, including diversity, wellbeing, access to care, and graduate medical education quality.
APTR Joins Over 110 Organizations to Call on Senate to Oppose Cuts to Prevention Fund
APTR joined Trust for America’s Health, American Public Health Association, Association of Public Health Laboratories, Big Cities Health Coalition, Campaign for Tobacco-free Kids, Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, National Association of County and City Health Officials, and more than 100 other organizations representing public health, healthcare, research, social services, and other sectors, to release a letter to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee opposing a committee proposal to cut $980 million from the Prevention & Public Health Fund (“the Prevention Fund”) to pay for other health legislation.
The Prevention Fund is a critical source of funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other agencies across Health and Human Services. The Prevention Fund invests in states and communities across the nation to strengthen systems and the workforce that allow us to provide immunizations, detect and control outbreaks, and prevent illness and early deaths from tobacco and chronic diseases. It supports activities outside one’s doctor’s office – separate and distinct from individual health concerns and treatments.
In an already challenging budget environment, this would further endanger the health of Americans. These cuts would impact not only health programs, but also labor and education, as it will leave a significant gap in base appropriations for the Labor-HHS-Education spending bill that will need to be backfilled. This pay-for has far reaching consequences for all ofthe programs that fall under the spending bill’s purview.
The letter in part reads:
“The nation can no longer afford to underfund public health…. Despite spending more than any other high-income nation on treating disease, the U.S. has substantially worse health outcomes, with life expectancy declining in recent years. Now is the time to invest in public health and prevention…
Cuts to the Prevention Fund will translate into funding shortfalls in programs that states have long relied upon to keep their residents healthy and safe. In its first 14 years (FY2010–23), the Prevention Fund has invested more than $12.3 billion in resources to states, localities, and tribal and community organizations in support of critical prevention and public health programs. These investments include the 317 immunization program that enables prevention of outbreaks, epidemiologists and public health laboratory grants in every state and territory to detect and investigate outbreaks and prevent further infections, the Preventive Health and Health Services (Prevent) Block Grant that enables states and localities to address their most pressing health concerns, supporting cancer screenings, and other critically important programs. Across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Prevention Fund supports programs such as suicide prevention, Alzheimer’s disease prevention, and chronic disease self-management.
Funding prevention not only saves lives, but it also saves money. The Prevention Fund’s Tips from Former Smokers Campaign alone saved an estimated $7.3 billion in smoking-related healthcare costs from 2012 to 2018 and helped more than one million Americans quit smoking for good. Public health funding has not kept up with the range of threats that public health must address. For many of these conditions, we know what works, but public health does not have the resources to address these growing health threats.”
The full text of the letter is linked here.
Information about the Prevention and Public Health Fund can be found here.
APTR is seeking two residents to appoint to the AAMC Organization of Resident Representatives (ORR) for a one year term effective immediately and ending June 30, 2024. The nomination deadline has been extended to September 6, 2023.
Nominated residents to the ORR have the opportunity to have input into the development of AAMC policy. This serves as both a leadership and professional development opportunity for residents interested in academic medicine. Residents will participate in two ORR sponsored meetings per year and contribute a resident voice as needed to initiatives identified within the ORR membership. All meeting related expenses are fully funded by the AAMC.
Eligibility:
Resident must be in a residency program or fellowship at the time of appointment
Resident must be a current Resident member of APTR through an Academic Unit or Individual membership.
Key Qualities
Intended academic medicine career
Familiarity with the AAMC mission, vision, & strategic priorities is desired
Demonstrate ability to appreciate multiple perspectives beyond resident specialty
Integrity in the profession of medicine
Ability to listen to and respect diverse voices
Engage in meaningful discussion and offer strategic thinking
The Healthy People Curriculum Task Force, convened by the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research, is seeking health professions and public health faculty with expertise in population health to be appointed to a national curriculum revision workgroup for one year beginning in October 2023. Faculty experts are needed to serve on four component-specific workgroups of the Clinical Prevention and Population Health Curriculum Framework (Framework), a national teaching resource that provides a common core of knowledge for clinical health professions about individual and population‐oriented prevention and health promotion efforts. The Framework was first published by the Task Force in 2004 and undergoes revision every five years.
Curriculum Revision Workgroups
Foundations of Population Health: Quantitative and analytic skills used to assess, compare, describe, and monitor the health of populations.
Clinical Preventive Services & Health Promotion: Evidence-based, health promotion and disease prevention interventions in the clinical setting.
Clinical Practice & Population Health: Opportunities and disciplines that require individual- and population-based health perspectives.
Health Systems & Health Policy: Systems and policies that help to govern the health and healthcare system, including collaborations between the clinical care and public health communities.
Curriculum Revision Workgroups Charge
The role of the workgroups is to address redundancy, gaps, and recommend major and minor editing for their respective Framework Component. Workgroups will also review edits proposed to other Components and may participate in the open comment period revisions and final review. The Workgroups will assemble comments and proposed edits into one document for sharing with the Task Force and other curriculum revision workgroups in December 2023, March 2024, and May 2024.
Responsibilities of Workgroup Member
Contributes to the development of themes and general goals for the Component revision, considering health equity, the pandemic, and changes to global health since the last revision.
Provides comments and specific editing suggestions (in MS Word Track Changes or Google Doc).
Compares and aligns proposed edits with content of other Framework Components.
Identifies evidence-based resources that support the Component’s content and revisions as needed.
Attends quarterly virtual meetings of the workgroup.
Reviews draft and final versions of the Curriculum Framework.
Participates in dissemination efforts.
Eligibility to Serve on Workgroups
The Task Force encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographic areas. Individuals wishing to serve on a workgroup must be either an APTR faculty member or member representative (departmental membership) or nominated by one of the organizations represented on the Task Force.
Complete the Self-Nomination Form by September 22, 2023. Workgroup members will be selected to balance expertise and perspectives on each workgroup. Appointments will be made by mid-October.
Posted By Association for Prevention Teaching and Research,
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
APTR is pleased to announce the Chair for the Teaching Prevention 2024 annual meeting, Dr. Robina Josiah-Willock. Please consider joining Dr. Willock on the Teaching Prevention 2024 Planning Committee to help plan the program for this national conference. If you are interested or would like additional information please email all@aptrweb.org.
Robina Josiah Willock, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
Associate Director, Cancer Health Equity Center
Morehouse School of Medicine
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