1. Family Medicine and the 5-STAR Physician

Question 1 In what year did the organized history of Family Medicine in the Philippines begin in the file?

1960.

Question 2 Who led the 15 general practitioners who formed the Philippine Academy of General Practice in 1960?

Dr. Ramon Angeles.

Question 3 What organization was formed in 1960?

The Philippine Academy of General Practice.

Question 4 With what body was the Philippine Academy of General Practice registered?

The Securities and Exchange Commission.

Question 5 What journal was published in 1963?

The Filipino Family Physician.

Question 6 What did the Philippine Academy of General Practice become in 1972?

The Philippine Academy of Family Physicians (PAFP).

Question 7 What major training program was established in 1972?

A Family Medicine residency program.

Question 8 What recognition did Family Medicine receive in 1972?

Recognition as a specialty by the Philippine Medical Association.

Question 9 Where was the first Family Medicine residency training established according to the file?

UP-PGH.

Question 10 What educational development occurred in 1976?

The Undergraduate Family Medicine Program was integrated at the UP College of Medicine.

Question 11 What is Family Medicine?

A medical specialty providing first-contact, continuous, and comprehensive health care.

Question 12 Who are the recipients of Family Medicine care?

Individuals, families, and communities across all genders and life stages.

Question 13 Which sciences are integrated by Family Medicine?

Biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences.

Question 14 What type of approach results from integrating biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences?

A holistic approach.

Question 15 What is central to Family Medicine?

The family.

Question 16 Does Family Medicine separate disease from the person or environment?

No.

Question 17 Which factors influencing health are specifically recognized by Family Medicine?

Personality, lifestyle, physical environment, and human relationships.

Question 18 What strongly shapes illness outcome according to the file?

Human relationships.

Question 19 How is the family described in relation to personal development?

The crucible of person development.

Question 20 What type of patients does Family Practice care for?

The entire family unit, including men, women, and children.

Question 21 What continuity feature distinguishes Family Practice?

It provides care across multiple generations and over the lifespan.

Question 22 How is General Practice described in the file?

Care for patients of all ages, usually for milder conditions and often episodically.

Question 23 What type of continuity is lacking in General Practice as described in the file?

Continuous care.

Question 24 What is the first role of the Five-Star Doctor?

Health Care Provider / Clinician.

Question 25 What is the second role of the Five-Star Doctor?

Decision-maker / Manager.

Question 26 What is the third role of the Five-Star Doctor?

Communicator / Educator / Counselor.

Question 27 What is the fourth role of the Five-Star Doctor?

Community Leader / Social Mobilizer.

Question 28 What is the fifth role of the Five-Star Doctor?

Advocate.

Question 29 What additional role is listed in the file beyond the traditional five-star roles?

Researcher / Lifelong Learner.

Question 30 What needs does the Health Care Provider / Clinician consider?

Physical, mental, and social needs.

Question 31 What types of care does the Health Care Provider / Clinician provide?

Curative, preventive, and rehabilitative care.

Question 32 How does the clinician approach diagnosis and management?

Holistically.

Question 33 What kind of diagnostic tools should the clinician use?

Appropriate diagnostic tools.

Question 34 What factors should justify decisions made by the Decision-maker / Manager?

Efficacy and cost.

Question 35 What should a Decision-maker / Manager choose for each situation?

The most appropriate option.

Question 36 How should community resources be handled by the Decision-maker / Manager?

Shared fairly.

Question 37 What health-service function does the Decision-maker / Manager perform?

Coordination of health services, including referrals.

Question 38 What teamwork role is expected of the Decision-maker / Manager?

Work in multidisciplinary teams.

Question 39 What is the main function of the Communicator / Educator / Counselor?

Use excellent communication to persuade patients and families to adopt healthy lifestyles.

Question 40 What educational activities may the Communicator / Educator / Counselor provide?

Lectures, professional knowledge, and counseling.

Question 41 What interpersonal qualities should the Communicator / Educator / Counselor provide?

Empathy and support.

Question 42 What does the Community Leader / Social Mobilizer recognize?

Community needs and determinants of health.

Question 43 Which determinants are specifically mentioned for the Community Leader / Social Mobilizer?

Social and physical environmental determinants.

Question 44 What kind of health activities does the Community Leader / Social Mobilizer engage in?

Activities benefiting large populations.

Question 45 How does the Community Leader / Social Mobilizer affect patients?

Empowers them.

Question 46 What does the Community Leader / Social Mobilizer advocate for?

Community health.

Question 47 What does a Healthcare Advocate help patients do?

Access care and make informed decisions.

Question 48 What non-clinical tasks may a Healthcare Advocate guide patients through?

Medical care, insurance, and legal tasks.

Question 49 What issues may Public Health Advocates address?

Addiction, mental disorders, chronic diseases, and acute diseases.

Question 50 How may Public Health Advocates influence the health system?

By influencing policy to improve access and quality of care.

Question 51 What resources may Public Health Advocates raise for programs?

Awareness, funds, and support.

Question 52 What thinker characteristics are expected of the Researcher / Lifelong Learner?

Reflective and critical thinking with lifelong learning.

Question 53 What is the first step in the research process listed in the file?

Formulate a question or proposal.

Question 54 What is the second step in the research process?

Perform a literature search and critical appraisal.

Question 55 What is the third step in the research process?

Implement the proposal.

Question 56 What is the fourth step in the research process?

Disseminate results.

Question 57 What is the fifth step in the research process?

Make evidence-based decisions.

Question 58 What expanded term is used for the physician role in relation to medical schools?

The 6-STAR Doctor.

Question 59 What principle underlies the role of medical schools in producing the 6-STAR Doctor?

Social accountability.

Question 60 Toward what should medical schools direct education, research, and service?

Community health needs.

Question 61 What kind of graduates should medical schools produce?

Graduates who respond to health priorities.

Question 62 What kind of research should medical schools conduct?

Impactful research that improves health services.

Question 63 What kind of healthcare should medical schools help deliver?

Healthcare responsive to community needs.

Question 64 A physician provides continuous care to several generations of one family. Which model best fits?

Family Practice.

Question 65 A physician sees all ages but usually for mild, episodic problems without continuity. Which model best fits?

General Practice.

Question 66 A doctor chooses a cost-effective option and coordinates a referral. Which Five-Star role is being demonstrated?

Decision-maker / Manager.

Question 67 A doctor counsels a family about lifestyle change with empathy and support. Which role is being demonstrated?

Communicator / Educator / Counselor.

Question 68 A doctor mobilizes a community around a major health need. Which role is being demonstrated?

Community Leader / Social Mobilizer.

Question 69 A doctor helps a patient navigate insurance and care access. Which role is being demonstrated?

Healthcare Advocate.

Question 70 A doctor formulates a research question, appraises literature, and applies evidence. Which role is being demonstrated?

Researcher / Lifelong Learner. /