[PATIENT ORIENTED CARE IN CHRONIC CONDITIONS].

Area of Science:

• Gerontology
• Internal Medicine
• Public Health

Background:

• Healthcare systems face challenges managing chronic conditions and multi-morbidity, particularly in elderly populations with reduced physiological reserves.
• Traditional clinical research often isolates diseases, potentially overlooking the complexities of patients with multiple chronic conditions.
• Emerging approaches prioritize individualized patient care and treatment goals aligned with patient capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce Minimal Disruptive Medicine (MDM) as an innovative approach for managing chronic conditions.
• To explore the origins, foundational principles, and benefits of MDM for patients with chronic diseases.
• To highlight how MDM enhances the collaborative relationship between patients and physicians in optimizing care.

Main Methods:

• This paper reviews the conceptual framework and application of Minimal Disruptive Medicine.
• It synthesizes existing research and clinical perspectives on patient-centered chronic disease management.
• The approach emphasizes shared decision-making and workload assessment in treatment planning.

Main Results:

• MDM shifts focus from disease-specific treatment to a holistic, patient-centered care model.
• It empowers patients by incorporating their perspectives and capacities into treatment regimens.
• This approach aims to reduce the burden of treatment on patients with chronic multi-morbidity.

Conclusions:

• Minimal Disruptive Medicine offers a promising strategy for improving the quality of life for individuals with chronic conditions.
• MDM fosters a more effective partnership between patients and healthcare providers.
• Implementing MDM principles can lead to more sustainable and patient-aligned chronic disease management.