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Colorado pediatricians' involvement in community activities
J Brown1, M C Westrick, F E Rushton
1Department of Community Health Services, Denver Health and Hospitals, USA.
The Western Journal of Medicine
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Colorado pediatricians are actively involved in community programs and show significant interest in the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) program. Further engagement with CATCH is desired by many surveyed physicians.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Community Medicine
- Public Health Initiatives
Background:
- Pediatricians often engage in community-based activities beyond direct patient care.
- Understanding pediatrician involvement is crucial for public health program development.
- The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) program aims to improve child health outcomes through community engagement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the extent of involvement of Colorado pediatricians in community-based activities.
- To determine awareness of and interest in the AAP CATCH program among these pediatricians.
Main Methods:
- A 22-item survey was distributed to general pediatrician fellows and candidate fellows in Colorado (n=434).
- The survey assessed professional activities, community program involvement, and awareness/interest in the AAP CATCH program.
- A 65% response rate was achieved.
Main Results:
- 73% of respondents primarily provide direct patient care.
- 58% reported current or past involvement in voluntary community programs, finding it rewarding (80%).
- 51% were aware of the AAP CATCH program, with 68% interested in attending a CATCH meeting.
Conclusions:
- Colorado pediatricians are heavily engaged in community programs outside their clinical practices.
- There is substantial interest among these pediatricians in the AAP CATCH program.
- Findings suggest a strong potential for expanding CATCH program participation and impact within Colorado.