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Published on: July 13, 2016
Swiss paediatrician survey on complementary medicine
Benedikt Maria Huber1, Tido von Schoen-Angerer2, Oswald Hasselmann3
1Department of Paediatrics, Fribourg Hospital HFR, Fribourg, Switzerland / Faculty of Science and Medicine, University of Fribourg, Switzerland.
Swiss pediatricians show a positive attitude towards complementary medicine (CM), with high interest in training and personal use. However, few offer CM services despite patient demand, indicating a gap in pediatric complementary and integrative medicine development.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Healthcare
- Complementary Medicine Research
- Integrative Health
Background:
- Complementary medicine (CM) is integrated into Switzerland's healthcare system.
- High demand for CM exists for pediatric care.
- No prior research explored Swiss pediatricians' views on CM, training, or offerings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate Swiss pediatricians' attitudes towards CM.
- To assess CM training and offerings among pediatricians.
- To identify needs for developing pediatric CM in Switzerland.
Main Methods:
- A national online survey was conducted among Swiss pediatricians.
- A 19-item self-reporting questionnaire was used.
- Data were analyzed overall and by subgroups to ensure representativeness.
Main Results:
- A 34% response rate (640/1890) was achieved, with a representative sample.
- 23% of pediatricians had CM training; 65% desired more.
- 97% were asked about CM, 16% offered CM services, and over 50% used CM personally.
Conclusions:
- Swiss pediatricians generally hold positive attitudes towards CM, evidenced by interest in training and personal use.
- Despite high patient demand, the provision of CM services by pediatricians remains low.
- Findings highlight opportunities for advancing complementary and integrative medicine for children in Switzerland.
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