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Re-engineering regional poison control center services

M J Wieland1

  • 1Clinical Teleservices, Santa Clara Valley Regional Poison Center, Santa Clara Valley Health and Hospital Systems, San Jose, CA 95128, USA. wielamic@wpgate.hhs.co.santa-clara.ca.us

Veterinary and Human Toxicology
|April 1, 1996
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This study proposes a new model for poison control services, shifting delivery to health plans and eliminating fundraising. This restructuring ensures continued service provision through strategic development and adaptation to evolving healthcare trends.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Management
  • Emergency Services

Background:

  • Poison control centers face challenges with traditional funding models.
  • The healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving towards managed care, ambulatory services, and telemedicine.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a sustainable model for poison control service delivery.
  • To encourage restructuring of poison control services to ensure long-term viability.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual model development for poison control service delivery.
  • Analysis of current healthcare trends and their impact on service provision.

Main Results:

  • A proposed model where health plans deliver most poison control services.

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  • Elimination of the need for traditional fundraising efforts.
  • Identification of opportunities for poison control centers to adapt and survive.

    • Conclusions:

    • Restructuring poison control services is essential for survival.
    • Adapting to managed care, telemedicine, and other technological advancements is key.
    • A new service delivery model can ensure continued access to poison control expertise.