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Abstract:
This article is the second in a series addressing the critical issue of the transition from pediatric to adult care for young adults with complex chronic conditions. Using the analogy of her daughter's recent transition from high school to college, the author highlights some of the needs of young adults and their families in a transition process. Then, drawing upon her years of experience in the field, she explains why the core principles of patient- and family-centered care are foundational to successful transitioning from pediatric to adult health care.
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