Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5884666 | Journal of Clinical Anesthesia | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The majority of patients in this survey preferred a telephone PAE. Given the large catchment area of our hospital of nine counties, telephone-based interviews add to patient convenience and likely increase compliance with the PAE. Even patients who live in close proximity to our hospital (<Â 5 mi) preferred a telephone assessment. A telephone-based PAE provides high patient satisfaction over a traditional office visit while increasing patient convenience. Larger studies are necessary to ensure that telephone PAEs compare well with in-person examinations.
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Authors
Manuel James DO, John T.C. MD, Amr MD, Donald MD, Rene MD, PhD,