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CME Article: A Case-Based Approach to Transition of Care for Patients With Sickle Cell Disease

Young adults with sickle cell disease must navigate a difficult road to independence once they age out of pediatric care. The anxiety surrounding transition, the challenges of medical complications, and chronic psychosocial stressors are obstacles to a seamless transition to adult medical care. The two cases presented here demonstrate that…

Posted in: chronic disease 6 healthcare transition 2 sickle cell disease 28

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Resident Preferences for a Curriculum in Healthcare Transitions for Young Adults

Objectives: Numerous national groups recognize that healthcare providers should be trained to care for patients with special healthcare needs who are transitioning from pediatric to adult health care, yet there is little emphasis on this training in most residency programs. The survey discussed here assessed resident preferences for a curriculum…

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