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Sexually transmitted diseases and communications with general practitioners.

J Winceslaus1, J Blount, C Cryer

  • 1Department of Genitourinary Medicine, Kent and Sussex Hospital, Mount Ephraim, Tunbridge Wells, Kent.

Sexually Transmitted Infections
|August 17, 1999
PubMed
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A new communication method improved information sharing between genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinics and general practitioners (GPs) for unreferred patients. Most GPs and patients preferred this direct communication, enhancing healthcare collaboration.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Communication
  • Genitourinary Medicine

Background:

  • Genitourinary Medicine (GUM) clinics face challenges in communicating with General Practitioners (GPs) due to patient confidentiality and staffing limitations.
  • Effective communication is crucial for coordinated patient care and managing sexually transmitted infections.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a novel communication strategy between GUM clinics and GPs.
  • To assess GP and patient acceptance of this new communication method, overcoming existing barriers.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving GUM clinics in Kent, recruiting patients attending without GP referral.
  • Patients delivered handwritten study letters to their GPs, followed by a GP questionnaire.
  • Data collected on patient consent, letter delivery, and GP feedback on the communication method.

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Main Results:

  • 68 patients participated, with 100% GP questionnaire return rate.
  • Communication levels for unreferred patients improved from 0% to 80%.
  • 79% of GPs preferred the study letter, and 82% favored it for future communication.

Conclusions:

  • A viable method for GUM clinic-GP communication was established for patients who consent.
  • The study indicates minimal objections from GPs and patients regarding information sharing between GUM clinics and primary care.