Referral rates of patients with diabetes to secondary care are inversely related to the prevalence of diabetes in each primary care practice and confidence in treatment, not to HbA1c level.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2021.02.004
Abstract: AIMS To determine the factors affecting the referral rates of patients with diabetes from primary care to secondary care. METHODS A study based on 66 GP surgeries in the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board… read more here.
Keywords: patients diabetes; secondary care; referral rates; primary care ... See more keywords
Detection of Eye Diseases and Referral Rates for In-Office Eye Care Across Three SIGHT Studies.
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DOI: 10.1080/09286586.2025.2587599
Abstract: PURPOSE To report eye disease detection referral rates for in-office eye care across the Screening and Intervention for Glaucoma and eye Health through Telemedicine (SIGHT) Studies conducted in Alabama (AL-SIGHT), Michigan (MI-SIGHT), and New York… read more here.
Keywords: office eye; eye care; sight; eye ... See more keywords
Referral rates to multidisciplinary team meetings: Is there disparity between tumour streams?
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DOI: 10.1111/1754-9485.12851
Abstract: The multidisciplinary team meeting (MDTM) approach is accepted as standard of care to optimise treatment for patients diagnosed with cancer. This retrospective audit reviews the proportion of patients whose care is being discussed at cancer… read more here.
Keywords: team; meetings disparity; referral rates; team meetings ... See more keywords
Abstract 1001: Leveraging Electronic Health Records to examine the real-world rates of cancer genetics referrals in a Singapore healthcare cluster
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DOI: 10.1158/1538-7445.am2025-1001
Abstract: Identifying patients with hereditary cancer syndromes through genetics referral enhances early detection and reduces healthcare costs. Despite potential benefits, genetics referral rates globally, including Singapore, remain low. This study investigates the real-world rates of genetics… read more here.
Keywords: genetics; cancer; real world; genetics referrals ... See more keywords
Profile of Patients Seen in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry in India: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.1177/0253717620964970
Abstract: Objectives: This review aimed to evaluate all the published studies from India conducted in the consultation-liaison (CL) psychiatry setting to identify the diagnostic patterns and referral rates in this setting. Understanding the same can help… read more here.
Keywords: referral rates; patients seen; profile patients; psychiatry ... See more keywords
Using behaviour change and implementation science to address low referral rates in oncology
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DOI: 10.1186/s12913-018-3653-1
Abstract: BackgroundPatients undergoing surgery for bowel cancer now have a routine screening test to assess their genetic predisposition to this and other cancers (Lynch syndrome). A result indicating a high risk should trigger referral to a… read more here.
Keywords: referral rates; address; implementation; change ... See more keywords
Implementation of strategies to increase genetic counseling referral rates for ovarian cancer patients.
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DOI: 10.1200/jco.2018.36.15_suppl.1590
Abstract: 1590Background: Genetic counseling is recommended for all women diagnosed with epithelial ovarian cancer, independent of family history. Despite the potential benefits to the patient and her family, referral rates remain low. We sought to assess… read more here.
Keywords: counseling referral; referral rates; genetic counseling; ovarian cancer ... See more keywords
Planned Care Changes in Cardiff and Vale University Health Board - Primary care referral information and QI project
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DOI: 10.5334/ijic.icic24336
Abstract: Project Synopsis: To provide every GP practice with an individualised report explaining their referral rate statistics to the surgical directorate. Extensive data and analysis provided from each surgical specialty, including USC referral rates and referrals… read more here.
Keywords: practice; care; health board; project ... See more keywords