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Network gives children top priority

    Healthtexas
    |September 6, 1990
    PubMed
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    The South Texas Regional Pediatric Network reduces critical patient transfer times for critically ill children. This collaboration between hospitals improves access to specialized pediatric care in the region.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric healthcare networks
    • Healthcare systems research
    • Emergency medical services

    Background:

    • Critically ill infants and children in South and West Texas often require specialized care not available locally.
    • Long transfer times can negatively impact patient outcomes for critically ill pediatric patients.
    • Coordinated regional healthcare networks can potentially improve access to specialized pediatric services.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of the South Texas Regional Pediatric Network on patient transfer times.
    • To assess the effectiveness of a regional pediatric network in improving access to critical care.

    Main Methods:

    • The South Texas Regional Pediatric Network was established as a collaboration between San Antonio's Children's Hospital and 21 other hospitals.

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  • The network facilitates the transfer of critically ill infants and children.
  • Data on transfer times was collected and analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • The South Texas Regional Pediatric Network significantly reduced critical patient transfer times.
    • This network improves the delivery of specialized pediatric care across a wide geographic area.

    Conclusions:

    • Regional pediatric networks are effective in reducing transfer times for critically ill children.
    • The South Texas Regional Pediatric Network serves as a vital resource, potentially saving lives by improving access to specialized pediatric care.