ArticleDisability and health journal2021
Accommodating patients with obesity and mobility difficulties: Observations from physicians.
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Abstract
backgroundGiven the growing population of U.S. adults with obesity and mobility disability, physicians will need to accommodate these patients.
objectiveTo explore attitudes and practices of US physicians related to caring for patients with obesity and mobility disability.
methodsThree open-ended, semi-structured, web-based focus group interviews with practicing physicians in selected specialties, which reached data saturation. Interviews were video recorded and transcribed for qualitative, conventional content analysis. Measurements included commonly expressed themes around caring for patients with obesity.
resultsPhysicians recognized obesity as a disability that poses challenges to high quality, safe, and efficient patient care. Observations coalesced around four themes: (1) difficulty routinely tracking weight; (2) reluctance to transfer obese patients to exam tables; (3) barriers to diagnostic testing; and (4) weight stigma. Physicians described difficulties accurately assessing weight, performing complete physical examinations, arranging diagnostic imaging, and providing prenatal care for obese patients. Lack of accessible medical diagnostic equipment impeded care for patients with obesity. Other participants did not contest comments of individual participants' that suggested weight stigma.
conclusionsOur findings suggest that important gaps may remain in providing equitable access to care for patients with obesity, requiring additional training and accessible medical diagnostic equipment to safely accommodate these patients.
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