Cystic fibrosis foundation position paper: Redefining the cystic fibrosis care team
•The CF care model remains an evidence-based framework for excellence in clinical care that has evolved to address the changing healthcare needs of the CF community.•The core team structure continues to be of great importance but must be expanded to address the growing complexities of CF care; impor...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Journal of cystic fibrosis 2024-11, Vol.23 (6), p.1045-1054 |
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Zusammenfassung: | •The CF care model remains an evidence-based framework for excellence in clinical care that has evolved to address the changing healthcare needs of the CF community.•The core team structure continues to be of great importance but must be expanded to address the growing complexities of CF care; important additions include pharmacist, genetic counselor, and a mental health coordinator.•There is increased need for partnership with primary care providers to ensure that medical issues related to general health are addressed appropriately.
Interdisciplinary teams care for people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) at specialized treatment centers. These teams have laid the foundation for the cystic fibrosis (CF) care model responsible for gains in health outcomes and quality of life within the CF community. However, the landscape of CF care is transforming, invigorated by new technologies, accessibility of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) therapies, and increased utilization of telemedicine. In light of these advances, it is appropriate to re-evaluate the CF care team structure. This position paper offers guidance for the structure of a CF care center designed to meet the evolving needs of the CF community. Fundamental to the proposed center structure is recognition of pwCF and their families as integral members of their care teams, underpinning the necessity for shared decision making, awareness of social determinants of health, and active partnership between all healthcare professionals involved in the care of pwCF. |
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ISSN: | 1569-1993 1873-5010 1873-5010 |
DOI: | 10.1016/j.jcf.2024.09.011 |