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Comparing evolving Australian urgent care clinic models to other established Western models
John W Adie1, Nigel Barr2, Nicole Masters3
1PhD, FACRRM, FRACGP, FRNZCUC,@FRNZGP, BMin, MBChB, BHB, PGDip Community@Emergency@ Medicine, Obs/Med Gyn@@ Paed,@Associate Professor of Urgent Care, School of Health,@University of the@ Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast,@Qld; Clinical Director, South Brisbane Medicare@Urgent Care Clinic, Brisbane, Qld; RACGP @Urgent@and emergent presentations to primary care@ Specific@Interest Group Chair, East@ Melbourne, Vic; RNZCUC@Australian Convenor, Sunshine Coast, Qld; WONCA@Emergency Medicine Special Interest Group@Australasian Agent, Brussels, Belgium.
This study surveyed doctors in Australian Urgent Care Centres (UCCs) to identify variations in healthcare delivery. Findings suggest national standards could improve consistency and quality of care in UCCs.
Area of Science:
- General Practice
- Healthcare Management
- Public Health
Background:
- Urgent Care Centres (UCCs) play a vital role in Australia's healthcare system.
- There is a recognized need to understand current practices within Australian UCCs.
- Variations in healthcare delivery can impact patient outcomes and system efficiency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey doctors practicing in Australian UCCs regarding their experiences and practices.
- To identify potential areas of unwarranted variation in healthcare delivery within UCCs.
- To explore the feasibility of implementing national standards for Australian UCCs.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was distributed to doctors working in UCCs from July 1, 2023.
- Participants were recruited through professional organizations like The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and The Royal New Zealand College of Urgent Care (RNZCUC), corporate practices, and professional networks.
- A convenience sampling strategy was employed.
Main Results:
- The survey targeted doctors in Australian UCCs to gather data on current practices.
- Recruitment utilized multiple channels including professional colleges and online platforms.
- Data collection focused on identifying variations in service delivery.
Conclusions:
- Findings indicate potential for unwarranted variation in healthcare delivery across Australian UCCs.
- The study suggests that national standards could effectively address these variations.
- Implementing standardized practices may enhance the quality and equity of care provided by UCCs.
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