Models of Care for Arthritis
Author Information
Author(s): Crystal MacKay, Paula Veinot, Elizabeth M Badley
Primary Institution: Arthritis Community Research and Evaluation Unit (ACREU), Toronto Western Research Institute, University of Toronto
Hypothesis
What are the different models of care that deliver specialist services for arthritis and what are their strengths and challenges?
Conclusion
A range of models of care for arthritis have been developed, which can serve as a framework for discussing care delivery.
Supporting Evidence
- Seventy-four key informants were interviewed from six countries.
- Five main types of models of care emerged from the study.
- Key informants described important components of models of care including knowledgeable health professionals and patients.
Takeaway
Doctors and other health workers are trying different ways to help people with arthritis get the care they need, especially since there aren't enough doctors to help everyone.
Methodology
Semi-structured interviews were conducted with key informants with expertise in arthritis care, and qualitative data were analyzed to identify common models of care.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in recruitment may have led to a lack of diverse perspectives.
Limitations
The study may have limited perspectives due to the snowball sampling method and the majority of informants being from Canada.
Participant Demographics
Most participants were from Canada, with a mix of health care professionals including physiotherapists, nurses, and rheumatologists.
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