Using an intensive interdisciplinary telehealth model to treat pediatric feeding disorders.

The necessity of treatment using telehealth was apparent during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, as many practitioners were forced to use telehealth as a primary mode of service delivery. Although the telehealth model has been studied for different populations, little is known about its success when applied with children with feeding disorders and complex medical histories. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of using a telehealth model from the onset of treatment.

Evaluating Outcome Measure Data for an Intensive Interdisciplinary Home-Based Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program.

Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an interdisciplinary home-based feeding program, which is a unique service delivery model.

Methods: Data were provided on oral intake, tube feeding elimination, and weight for patients who were dependent on tube feedings ( = 78). Weight data were collected for patients who showed failure to thrive ( = 49).