title: Is where we are where we were going? A dialogue of two generations.
abstract: This article provides the dialogue of a discussion between prominent family physicians from two generations. One, from the first generation of family physicians, was a founder of the specialty who provides insights into the origins of the specialty, its goals and aspirations, and possible future directions. The other, from a younger generation, has been a leader in managed care and its effects on family medicine; this physician discusses future changes in the health care systems and reflects on whether or not family practice will be able to adapt to those changes.
authors.affiliation: Department of Family Practice, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Carmichael
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Schooley
mesh_terms: D005194:Family Practice / Q000639:trends*; D005544:Forecasting; D018166:Health Care Reform; D006801:Humans; D008329:Managed Care Programs