Transition to adult healthcare for immigrant youth: Practice recommendations.

Introduction: The transition from pediatric to adult healthcare is challenging for adolescents and young adults (AYA) with pediatric-onset chronic health conditions. Although barriers faced by AYA during transition are well-documented, previous studies have not considered how migration and settlement impact patient and family experiences.

Objectives: To fill this gap, we conducted a qualitative descriptive study to explore the recommendations for policy and practice from the perspectives of immigrant and refugee AYA living with chronic health conditions in Canada as they transition from pediatric to adult healthcare.

Barriers and facilitators to transition from pediatric to adult healthcare for immigrant youth with chronic health conditions.

Purpose: The objective of this study was to investigate the experience of first- and second- generation immigrant youth living with chronic health conditions in Canada, their parents or caregivers, and healthcare and service providers who care for immigrant youth, regarding the transition from pediatric to adult healthcare.

Design And Methods: We conducted semi-structured individual interviews and focus groups. Youth were 1st or 2nd generation immigrants, aged 16-25, with pediatric-onset chronic health conditions.