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The transition process for paediatric rheumatology clinic patients at a single tertiary paediatric rheumatology centre in Australia.

Aimee HuynhJoanne BuckleAngela CoxLeanne CzernieckiPeter GowdieWilliam RentonRoger AllenGeorgina Tiller
Published in: Journal of paediatrics and child health (2024)
Although the transition process at MCH was adequate, it could be improved through earlier discussion of the process and improved referrals and documentation. A readiness-to-transfer checklist and a young adult clinic have the potential to improve the process of transition to adult rheumatology care.
Keyphrases
  • young adults
  • intensive care unit
  • emergency department
  • primary care
  • juvenile idiopathic arthritis
  • healthcare
  • palliative care
  • childhood cancer