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[Patients in ambulatory care].

C Jeangros1, D Hausser

  • 1Institut universitaire de médecine sociale et préventive, Lausanne.

Sozial- Und Praventivmedizin
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This study on ambulatory medical care in Switzerland reveals distinct patient demographics for private practices versus hospital outpatient services. Understanding these patterns is key for optimizing healthcare access and resource allocation.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Services Research
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Ambulatory medical care utilization patterns are crucial for understanding healthcare needs.
  • Previous research has not fully detailed patient characteristics across different ambulatory settings in specific Swiss regions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe and compare patient demographics and characteristics for private medical offices and hospital outpatient departments.
  • To analyze regional and temporal variations in ambulatory care use.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Vaud and Fribourg cantons, Switzerland.
  • Data collection occurred during February-March 1987.
  • Patient visit data from private physician offices and hospital ambulatory services were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Private offices: Women over 15 consult more than men; children (0-4) and elderly are primary users. Hospital ambulatory services: Men are more frequent users; children (0-4) and young adults (15-39) are the main patient groups.
  • Ambulatory care use varied significantly by region, with urban areas showing higher visit rates.
  • Consultations were less frequent on Thursdays and weekends, but these visits were more often urgent.

Conclusions:

  • Patient demographics differ significantly between private medical practices and hospital-based ambulatory care.
  • Healthcare-seeking behaviors are influenced by geographic location and day of the week, with implications for service planning.
  • Targeted strategies may be needed to address the specific needs of different patient groups in various ambulatory care settings.

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