Patient Perspectives on Multidisciplinary Care in Chronic Disease Management: A Qualitative Study in a Tertiary Hospital Setting

Authors: Ali A. Almalki, Amer S. Alhumaidan, Shaheinaz A. Alkahtani, Rania A. Sharaf, Bader H. Alanazi, Eman A. Almutairi, Fahad M. Aljuraid

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13944985

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8kpw7

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Background: Multidisciplinary care, involving pharmacists, laboratory specialists, and social services administrators, has been increasingly adopted in managing chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. However, patient perspectives on this approach remain underexplored.

Objective: This study aims to explore how patients perceive the roles of healthcare professionals in multidisciplinary teams and their experiences with collaborative care in managing chronic diseases.

Methods: A qualitative study using semi-structured interviews was conducted with 20 patients receiving multidisciplinary care in a tertiary hospital. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key themes related to patient experiences.

Results: Patients generally had a clear understanding of the pharmacist’s role in improving medication adherence but were less aware of the contributions of laboratory specialists and social services administrators. Overall, patients valued the collaborative care model, citing improved health outcomes and medication adherence. However, communication gaps between team members and a lack of patient education about professional roles were identified as areas for improvement.

Conclusion: Multidisciplinary care enhances patient satisfaction and health outcomes, but clearer communication and better role clarity are needed. Improving coordination between team members and educating patients on the contributions of each professional can optimize care.

Keywords: Keywords: Multidisciplinary care, patient perspectives, chronic disease management, pharmacist, laboratory specialist, social services administrator, qualitative study

Paper Id: 231365

Published On: 2015-07-02

Published In: Volume 3, Issue 4, July-August 2015

Cite This: Patient Perspectives on Multidisciplinary Care in Chronic Disease Management: A Qualitative Study in a Tertiary Hospital Setting - Ali A. Almalki, Amer S. Alhumaidan, Shaheinaz A. Alkahtani, Rania A. Sharaf, Bader H. Alanazi, Eman A. Almutairi, Fahad M. Aljuraid - IJIRMPS Volume 3, Issue 4, July-August 2015. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13944985

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