Update in Outpatient General Internal Medicine: Practice-Changing Evidence Published in 2023

Area of Science:

• Internal Medicine
• Clinical Practice Guidelines
• Evidence-Based Medicine

Background:

• The vastness of internal medicine literature challenges clinicians' ability to stay current.
• Guideline updates and evidence synthesis are crucial for integrating new medical advancements.
• Keeping abreast of practice-changing research is essential for optimal patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and synthesize practice-changing articles for outpatient internal medicine.
• To aid clinicians in incorporating the latest evidence into their daily practice.
• To provide a curated list of high-impact research relevant to internal medicine.

Main Methods:

• Review of top seven general medicine journals and key evidence databases.
• Exclusion of Coronavirus disease 19 research.
• Application of a modified Delphi method by six internal medicine physicians for consensus on clinical relevance, practice impact, and evidence strength.

Main Results:

• Seven practice-changing articles were selected based on rigorous consensus.
• Selected articles cover critical advancements relevant to outpatient internal medicine.
• The study focused on high-impact factor journals and reputable evidence sources.

Conclusions:

• A curated selection of seven practice-changing articles can significantly aid internal medicine clinicians.
• Evidence synthesis and guideline updates are vital for translating research into clinical practice.
• This approach helps manage the overwhelming volume of medical literature for better patient outcomes.