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July 14, 2025

Impact of interprofessional collaboration between long-term care physicians and medical specialists on quality of care and quality of life of long-term care facility residents: a systematic review

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MOMarleen van OosterhoutJSJos M. G. A. ScholsDHDanny Hommel

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Overview

Systematic review shows interprofessional collaboration enhances quality of life and quality of care for LTCF residents, suggesting new approaches in medical management.

Key Points

  • Interprofessional collaboration between LTC physicians and medical specialists can improve quality of life for long-term care facility residents.
  • Analysis of 16 selected studies highlights the effectiveness of teleconsultations and on-site consultations in enhancing patient care.
  • The systematic review followed PRISMA guidelines to ensure rigorous methodology and comprehensive analysis of existing literature.
  • Current findings point to the need for additional research on which elements of collaboration have the most significant impact on patient outcomes.

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Oosterhout et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689a02afe6551bb0af8cc1a1https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7001320/v1
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