ArticleBMC health services research2024
Navigating outpatient care of patients with type 2 diabetes after hospital discharge - a qualitative longitudinal study.
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- Implementation Outcomes and Their Determinants for Hospital-Led Care Coordination Interventions Targeting Patients With Complex Care Needs: A Qualitative Systematic Review.Journal of clinical nursing · 2026Pooled it
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- Outpatient Follow-up Care for Diabetes Following Discharge from the Emergency Department.Journal of general internal medicine · 2026Article
- A multi-centre qualitative study of experiences of managing diabetes mellitus among adults while hospitalised.Diabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association · 2026Article
- Beyond prescriptions: an analysis of patient journey, self-management adherence, and unmet needs in type 2 diabetes.BMC health services research · 2026Article
- Community pharmacists' practices and clinical reasoning towards hospital discharge prescription: a study using simulations and retrospective think-aloud methodology.International journal of clinical pharmacy · 2026Article
- Patient Journey Maps to Improve Treatment Adherence in Chronic Comorbidities: A Narrative Review.Patient preference and adherence · 2026Review
- Constructing a disease management journey map from the acute decompensated heart failure journey perspective: a descriptive qualitative study.International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being · 2025Article
- Internal factors related to self-management among type 2 diabetes patients during the COVID-19 pandemic as humanitarian emergencies: a scoping review protocol.Systematic reviews · 2025Article
- The Power of Active Listening to Address Medication Non-Adherence During Care Transition: A Case Report of a Polypharmacy Patient with Type 2 Diabetes.Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Identifying Current Practices and Areas for Improvement in Medication Management During Care Transition Through an Interprofessional Collaboration Framework.Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe transition from hospital to outpatient care is a particularly vulnerable period for patients as they move from regular health monitoring to self-management. This study aimed to map and investigate the journey of patients with polymorbidities, including type 2 diabetes (T2D), in the 2 months following hospital discharge and examine patients' encounters with healthcare professionals (HCPs).
methodsPatients discharged with T2D and at least two other comorbidities were recruited during hospitalization. This qualitative longitudinal study consisted of four semi-structured interviews per participant conducted from discharge up to 2 months after discharge. The interviews were based on a guide, transcribed verbatim, and thematically analyzed. Patient journeys through the healthcare system were represented using the patient journey mapping methodology.
resultsSeventy-five interviews with 21 participants were conducted from October 2020 to July 2021. The participants had a median of 11 encounters (min-max: 6-28) with HCPs. The patient journey was categorized into six key steps: hospitalization, discharge, dispensing prescribed medications by the community pharmacist, follow-up calls, the first medical appointment, and outpatient care.
conclusionsThe outpatient journey in the 2 months following discharge is a complex and adaptive process. Despite the active role of numerous HCPs, navigation in outpatient care after discharge relies heavily on the involvement and responsibilities of patients. Preparation for discharge, post-hospitalization follow-up, and the first visit to the pharmacy and general practitioner are key moments for carefully considering patient care. Our findings underline the need for clarified roles and a standardized approach to discharge planning and post-discharge care in partnership with patients, family caregivers, and all stakeholders involved.
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