BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Transition from pediatric to adult care is associated with
adverse health outcomes for many adolescents with chronic illness. We identified quality …

Risk and vulnerability encompass many dimensions of the transition from adolescence to
adulthood. Transition from pediatric, parent-supervised health care to more independent …

Large-and small-scale transformation of healthcare delivery toward improved patient
experience through promotion of patient-centered and coordinated care continues to be at …

Around one in ten adolescents suffer from chronic conditions and disabilities, and the
transition from paediatric to adult care can be particularly challenging. Unplanned transfers …

With improvements in neonatal and paediatric care, more children living with complex care
needs are surviving beyond infancy into late childhood and adulthood than in the past. We …

Purpose Young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (YAIDD) are a vulnerable
population during HCT due to their complex care coordination and adaptive needs, yet …

The transition from pediatric-based to adult-based health care is often difficult, especially for
individuals with chronic illness or developmental disabilities, such as cerebral palsy. This …

Introduction This study examined the perspectives of pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs)
regarding the needs of adolescents, parents/caregivers, clinicians, and institutions in the …

Objective To assess the attitudes and common practices of adult rheumatologists in the US
regarding health care transition (HCT) for young adults with rheumatic diseases. Methods …

Background A small number of high-need patients account for a disproportionate amount of
Medicaid spending, yet typically engage little in outpatient care and have poor outcomes …