Publications by authors named "C I Siegel"
Objective: This quality improvement initiative aimed to increase the rate of provider screening and documentation of contraception use for reproductive-aged women seen in an academic rheumatology fellows' clinic to >50% by 24 weeks, with sustained improvement at one year.
Methods: With a multidisciplinary team, we devised and implemented six interventional cycles over 24 weeks informed by key stakeholder survey responses. The primary outcome measure was the percentage of eligible visits with contraception information documented in the structured electronic health record field.
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- Many individuals in healthcare settings, particularly those with gastrointestinal (GI) issues, have histories of trauma that can affect their health and interactions with medical professionals.* -
- The study aimed to improve understanding of trauma's impact on GI patients and to develop effective strategies for healthcare providers to respond to trauma-related distress.* -
- Innovative programs were created to help healthcare personnel recognize trauma effects, respond appropriately during patient interactions, and ultimately enhance the overall healthcare experience for GI patients.*
Background: Pain is common in Crohn's disease (CD) even after endoscopic healing is achieved. Depression, sleep disturbances, fatigue, and worry about pain impact the pain experience. There is a bidirectional relationship between sleep and pain, though it has received minimal attention in CD.
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