A literature review was conducted to obtain a high-level view of the value of telemedicine in
the management of five common chronic diseases (asthma, COPD, diabetes, heart failure …

Objective To review systematic reviews and meta-analyses of integrated care programmes
in chronically ill patients, with a focus on methodological quality, elements of integration …

Hospitals and the concept of a healthcare delivery system are practically synonymous.
Surgical services, emergency and disaster services, and inpatient care are the three main …

The burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the USA continues to grow.
Although progress has been made in the the development of diagnostics, therapeutics, and …

PURPOSE Although case management (CM) is increasingly being implemented to address
the complex needs of vulnerable clienteles, few studies have examined the patient …

The prevalence of obesity has become a global health concern, and severe obesity is
associated with various chronic diseases and decreased quality of life. Bariatric surgery has …

Background Tight control of disease activity, medication side effects, and adherence are
crucial to prevent disease complications and improve quality of life in patients with …

Objective: To analyze the expansion of nursing roles in primary care in the English National
Health Service and the implications for professional practice. Method: qualitative research in …

Frequent emergency department use is associated with many adverse events, such as
increased risk for hospitalization and mortality. Frequent users have complex needs and …

Objective To summarize existing literature examining interventions to enhance medication
adherence and their effectiveness in enhancing care for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) …