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Adolescent medicine subspecialty workforce: Insights from Canada
Julien Roy-Lavallée1, Sheri M Findlay2, Allison Chen3
1Department of Pediatrics, Hopital Notre-Dame, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
The first Canadian Adolescent Medicine (AM) workforce survey reveals a shortage of specialists, with most concentrated in urban centers and focused on eating disorders. This highlights a need for more training programs to meet adolescent healthcare demands.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Medicine
- Health Workforce Research
- Medical Subspecialties
Background:
- Adolescent Medicine (AM) in Canada has grown since its accreditation in 2007.
- Understanding the AM workforce is crucial for identifying gaps and informing future development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct the first comprehensive survey of the Adolescent Medicine workforce in Canada.
- To characterize the demographics, training, practice patterns, and satisfaction of Canadian AM specialists.
Main Methods:
- A national survey with 39 multiple-choice and 3 open-ended questions was administered.
- Descriptive statistics and thematic analysis were used to analyze the data.
Main Results:
- 62 AM specialists were identified, with a 97% response rate.
- Most specialists were women, Caucasian, aged 30-39, and trained/practiced in Toronto or Montreal.
- Key practice areas included eating disorders and mental health, with 65% believing there's an insufficient number of specialists.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a foundational understanding of the Canadian AM workforce.
- Findings underscore the need for policy development and training programs to address identified shortages and care gaps for adolescents.
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