Early detection and treatment: social worker and pediatricians in private practice.
A social worker in the private group practice of pediatricians provides multiple and varied services to children and families. Findings from the first six months of a demonstration project suggest that service is rapidly provided and is utilized by referred patients. Professional issues of practice and education are identified and discussed.
D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005260:Female; D006123:Group Practice; D006280:Health Workforce / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010372:Pediatrics; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012947:Social Work