Falling through the cracks: challenges and opportunities for improving transitional care for persons with continuous complex care needs

Article Abstract:

An overview is presented on elderly patients who require care from a wide variety of health professionals in different settings. Required elements for successful care transitions are examined, and the roles of information technology and national policy are discussed.

Evaluation, Practice, Medical care quality, Geriatrics

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A pilot study of usefulness of clinician - patient videoconferencing for making routine medical decisions in the nursing home

Article Abstract:

A study analyzing the benefits of clinician-patient videoconferencing for making routine medical decisions is presented. For the purpose of study, the reactions of nursing home residents were considered.

Communication services, not elsewhere classified, Other Telecommunications, Video Conferencing, Management, Usage, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Company business management, Nursing home care, Videoconferencing

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The patient education forum

Article Abstract:

Information on transitional care related to elderly persons suffering from a number of health problems is presented.

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