Publications by authors named "Tracy Deyell"
Article Synopsis
- Wait times for appointments at Canadian multidisciplinary pain clinics have been excessively long for nearly 20 years, prompting this study to investigate patients' experiences during the waiting period for chronic pain care.
- The study surveyed 593 new patients in clinics across Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba from February 2020 to October 2022, gathering data on wait times, quality of life, and the health care professionals they consulted while waiting.
- Results showed that while many patients waited under 6 months, a significant number experienced long waits, severely impacting their quality of life, pointing to the need for improved support and possible solutions like electronic consultations.
Objective: To identify factors that influence enrollment in and attendance of chronic disease self-management (CDSM) group programs.
Methods: A scoping review of peer-reviewed publications that reported on factors of enrollment or attendance in group CDSM programs for adults with any type of chronic condition. Screening was completed by two reviewers and data extraction was checked for accuracy.