In:
JAMIA Open, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 3, No. 3 ( 2020-10-01), p. 378-385
Abstract:
To identify needs in a clinical decision support tool development by exploring how primary care providers currently collect and use family health history (FHH). Design Survey questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were administered to a mix of primary and specialty care clinicians within the University of Utah Health system (40 surveys, 12 interviews). Results Three key themes emerged regarding providers’ collection and use of FHH: (1) Strategies for collecting FHH vary by level of effort; (2) Documentation practices extend beyond the electronic health record’s dedicated FHH module; and (3) Providers desire feedback from genetic services consultation and are uncertain how to refer patients to genetic services. Conclusion Study findings highlight the varying degrees of engagement that providers have with collecting FHH. Improving the integration of FHH into workflow, and providing decision support, as well as links and tools to help providers better utilize genetic counseling may improve patient care.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2574-2531
DOI:
10.1093/jamiaopen/ooaa035
Language:
English
Publisher:
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date:
2020
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2940623-7
