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ArticleThe Canadian journal of nursing research = Revue canadienne de recherche en sciences infirmieres2024

Exploring the Experiences of Virtual Inflammatory Bowel Disease Care in Saskatchewan.

Noelle Rohatinsky, Brooke Russell, Juan Nicolás Peña-Sánchez, Shannon Boklaschuk, Sanchit Bhasin, Sharyle Fowler, Tomasz Guzowski, Kendall Wicks, Mike Wicks

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Article in The Canadian journal of nursing research = Revue canadienne de recherche en sciences infirmieres, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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2 citing papers in PubMed.

  1. Models of outpatient care delivery in inflammatory bowel disease: a scoping review.Journal of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology · 2025
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Noelle RohatinskyCollege of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sask., Canada.ORCID 0000-0003-3052-027X
Brooke RussellCollege of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sask., Canada.
Juan Nicolás Peña-SánchezDepartment of Community Health and Epidemiology, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Shannon BoklaschukPatient and Family Partner, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Sanchit BhasinDivision of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Saskatchewan Health Authority, Regina General Hospital, Canada.
Sharyle FowlerDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Tomasz GuzowskiDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Kendall WicksPatient and Family Partner, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Mike WicksPatient and Family Partner, Saskatchewan, Canada.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIndividuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) require life-long interactions with the healthcare system. Virtual care (VC) technologies are becoming increasingly utilized for accessing healthcare services. Research related to the use of VC technology for the management of IBD in Canada is limited. This study aimed to examine the VC experiences from the perspectives of individuals with IBD and gastroenterology care providers (GCPs).

methodsA patient-oriented, qualitative descriptive approach was used. Semi-structured interviews were completed with individuals with IBD and GCPs. Data were analyzed using an inductive content analysis approach.

resultsA total of 25 individuals with IBD and five GCPs were interviewed. Three categories were identified: benefits of virtual IBD care delivery, challenges of virtual IBD care delivery, and optimizing IBD care delivery. Individuals with IBD and GCPs were satisfied with the use of VC technology for appointments. Participants believed VC was convenient and allowed enhanced access to care. However, VC was not considered ideal in some instances, such as during disease flares or first appointments. Thus, a blended use of virtual and in-person appointments was suggested for individualized care.

conclusionsThe virtual method of connecting patients and providers is deemed useful for routine appointments and for persons living in rural areas. VC is becoming more common in the IBD care environment. Nurses are in a key position to facilitate and enhance virtual IBD care delivery for the benefit of both individuals living with IBD and providers.

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Inflammatory Bowel DiseasesHumansQualitative ResearchSaskatchewanTelemedicineInflammatory bowel diseasequalitative approachesvirtual care

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PMID38062657
PMCPMC10804685

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