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Patients' Needs Regarding Work-Focused Healthcare: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis.
Marije E Hagendijk1, Nina Zipfel2, Marijke Melles3
1Department of Public and Occupational Health, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. m.e.hagendijk@amsterdamumc.nl.
Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation
|July 25, 2024
Summary
Patients need substantive guidance, clear processes, supportive professionals, and tailored care in work-focused healthcare. Understanding these needs improves patient-centered occupational health services.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Qualitative Research Synthesis
- Patient-Centered Care
Background:
- Work-related health issues significantly impact individuals with chronic conditions.
- Effective work-focused healthcare requires understanding patient perspectives.
- Previous research has not comprehensively synthesized patient needs in this area.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and synthesize qualitative evidence on patients' needs in work-focused healthcare.
- To identify key themes and subthemes reflecting patient expectations from occupational health services.
- To inform the development of more patient-centered work-focused healthcare interventions.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review following PRISMA guidelines.
- Searched four databases (MEDLINE, Embase, PsychInfo, Web of Science) from January 2000 to May 2023.
- Inductive thematic analysis of 97 qualitative studies, with quality assessed by CASP and evidence confidence by CERQual.
Main Results:
- Four primary themes emerged: substantive guidance, clear and continuous process, supportive attitude and behavior, and tailored approach.
- Patients desire specific content and clear processes in work-focused healthcare.
- A positive, supportive attitude from professionals and care tailored to individual needs are crucial.
Conclusions:
- Synthesized findings highlight critical patient needs in work-focused healthcare.
- Occupational healthcare professionals can enhance practice by adopting a more patient-centered approach.
- This evidence base supports improving the delivery and effectiveness of work-focused health services.
Keywords:
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