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[Digital Information on Rehabilitation and Retirement for Physicians - A Practical Test]
Ruth Deck1, Alexander Waschkau2, Katja Götz2
1Institut für Sozialmedizin und Epidemiologie, Universität zu Lübeck, Lübeck.
Gesundheitswesen (Bundesverband Der Arzte Des Offentlichen Gesundheitsdienstes (Germany))
|June 15, 2018
Summary
A new website helps physicians in ambulatory care understand medical rehabilitation and improve application processes. While generally useful, content optimization is suggested for enhanced physician support in rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Medical rehabilitation
- Ambulatory care physicians
- Healthcare information systems
Background:
- Millions of rehabilitation applications are processed annually in Germany, with physicians in ambulatory care playing a crucial role.
- Existing knowledge gaps among these physicians regarding medical rehabilitation, needs assessment, and application procedures have been identified.
- A dedicated website, "Information for Doctors on Rehabilitation & Retirement," was developed to address these specific educational needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness and usability of the "Information for Doctors on Rehabilitation & Retirement" website.
- To assess the website's impact on physicians' knowledge and case assessment skills related to medical rehabilitation.
- To gather user feedback for potential website content and functional improvements.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative assessments.
- Quantitative surveys measured knowledge increase post-website usage.
- Case assessments evaluated improvements in rehabilitation indication identification, and a think-aloud technique gauged user-friendliness.
Main Results:
- Seventy-nine General Practice trainees participated, reporting significant information needs partially met by the website.
- The website aided in the correct assessment of rehabilitation cases, particularly for experienced general practitioners.
- Physicians found the website clear and helpful, though the text length was considered excessive.
Conclusions:
- The developed website demonstrates potential as a valuable resource for physicians in ambulatory care concerning rehabilitation.
- Identified areas for content optimization can further enhance the website's utility and impact.
- Continued development based on user feedback is recommended to maximize support for physicians in the rehabilitation process.
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