Patient and caregiver satisfaction of a palliative care chronic diseases clinic during COVID lockdowns.
Xiang Rong SimJade HudsonCatriona ParkerFiona RunacresPeter PoonPublished in: Chronic illness (2024)
Findings demonstrated high levels of satisfaction with the Supportive Care Clinic model and for telemedicine. However, logistical challenges and the desire for face-to-face appointments were also identified. The study highlights the importance of offering a range of modalities for patient engagement in healthcare services and suggests that telemedicine should complement, rather than replace, face-to-face consultations. Future investigations should explore patient and caregiver sentiment towards telemedicine platforms alongside patient deterioration.