Selected article for: "general practice and referral afford"
Title: 2018 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program: Seattle, Washington, June 14 - 15, 2018
  • Document date: 2018_10_25
    • ID: 60ceejq1_636
    Snippet: Lack of a diagnosis, uncertainty about the most appropriate diagnostics, and the need for a special procedure were the three most common reasons general practitioners recommended referral. Over 50% of participating veterinarians noted that only 25% of dog owners agreed to referral, and 94% of veterinarians noted that expense was the primary reason owners declined referral. Only 28% of veterinarians were "always comfortable" with these cases and 7.....
    Document: Lack of a diagnosis, uncertainty about the most appropriate diagnostics, and the need for a special procedure were the three most common reasons general practitioners recommended referral. Over 50% of participating veterinarians noted that only 25% of dog owners agreed to referral, and 94% of veterinarians noted that expense was the primary reason owners declined referral. Only 28% of veterinarians were "always comfortable" with these cases and 72% were "sometimes comfortable." 83% of veterinarians expressed the desire for lower-cost options, such as treatment protocols, when owners cannot afford referral. After completion of the project, 83% of veterinarians noted that both the on-site consultations and protocols were "highly beneficial." The areas of greatest improvement were their comfort level with treating referral-level cases in general practice, case outcome, and patient care. 100% of veterinarians believed that patient quality of life improved, and 100% wanted to continue participating in on-site consultations.

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