The transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology care through creating positive and productive patient-provider relationships: an opportunity often forgotten

• Main Authors: Semalulu Teresa (Author), McColl Jeanine (Author), Alam Arzoo (Author), Thomas Steffy (Author), Herrington Julie (Author), Gorter Jan Willem (Author), Cellucci Tania (Author), Garner Stephanie (Author), Heale Liane (Author), Matsos Mark (Author), Beattie Karen A. (Author), Batthish Michelle (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: De Gruyter, 2021-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The transition of patients with a chronic rheumatic disease from pediatric to adult care has been characterized by poor medical and patient-centered outcomes due to the lack of comprehensive transition programs and the paucity of evidence to guide practitioners. We describe a multidisciplinary trans...