1 April 2016

Child Health General Practice Hubs

Child Health General Practice Hubs: a service evaluation.
Arch Dis Child. 2016 Apr;101(4): 333-7
  • Hubs (based in a London hospital) involved hospital paediatricians and GPs participating in joint clinics, and MDT meetings in GP practices. 
  • Outcomes were dependant on Hub size but included reduced new referrals; reduced admissions and A&E attenders as well as a shift of appointments from hospital to GP practices. In addition high patient satisfaction ratings and learning opportunities for professionals.