Family-oriented pediatric care. Taking the next step.
Pediatricians often have more information at their disposal than they use. They are frequently aware of some of the family issues that can contribute to their patient's health. This article has presented a framework for moving beyond a solely biomedical model to one that uses this information to create a more comprehensive picture of the family--one that offers the potential to unlock impasses and increase both physician and family satisfaction.
Department of Pediatrics, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pennsylvania.
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