Personal profile
About
As a family medicine physician, Jeffrey Tiemstra, MD, believes in a long-term partnership with the patient and developing a relationship based on trust, openness, and shared decision making using the best medical information available. Dr. Tiemstra earned his medical degree from Rush Medical School, Chicago, IL and completed his Family Medicine Residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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Education/Academic qualification
Family Medicine Board Certification, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
1984 → 1987
MD, Rush University
1980 → 1984
External positions
Clinical Adjunct Professor of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Jan 1 2016 → …
Research Interests
- Graduate Medical Education
Disciplines
- Medicine and Health Sciences
- Medical Education
- Family Medicine
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In Reply
Tiemstra, J. D., Jan 2026, In: American Family Physician. 113, 1, p. 9-10 2 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › peer-review
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In Reply to: Buprenorphine initiation in the era of fentanyl
Tiemstra, J. D., Jan 1 2026, In: American Family Physician.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter
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Common questions about buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder
Tiemstra, J. D., Apr 1 2025, In: American Family Physician.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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How Well Do the Ottawa Ankle and Foot Rules Help to Accurately Rule Out Ankle Fracture?
Tiemstra, J. D., Jan 1 2024, Quick Questions in Ankle Sprains: Expert Advice in Sports Medicine. Taylor and Francis, p. 75-78 4 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Integrating medication treatment for opioid use disorder into resident continuity clinic: A complete guide
Tiemstra, J. D., Walsh, L. H. & Family Medicine Faculty - Lakeland (Rural), A., Mar 3 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Presentation
Awards
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2020 Program Director Recognition Award, Gold Level
Tiemstra, J. (Recipient), 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)