Mind the Gap: Improving Care in Pediatric-to-Adult Rheumatology Transition Through Education.
Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)
Adolescence and young adulthood represents a vulnerable period in the life of patients with rheumatic diseases, many of whom struggle with self-management of their chronic disease and adjustment to care with adult rheumatologists. Many adult rheumatologists are uncomfortable caring for young adults, especially those with pediatric-onset diagnoses. The recent development of evidence-based best practices, expert opinion recommendations, and validated tools can assist pediatric and adult rheumatologists in caring for adolescent and young adult patients. Uptake of these guidelines and resources remains low, underscoring the need for rheumatologists and trainees to receive explicit training in the application of transition best practices.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Sadun, RE
Published Date
- February 2020
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 46 / 1
Start / End Page
- 103 - 118
PubMed ID
- 31757279
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1558-3163
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1016/j.rdc.2019.09.008
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States