Author/Editor		Klemen, Petra; Grmec, Štefek; Tušek-Bunc, Ksenija
Title		Izkušnje in predlogi za še boljše sodelovanje med primarnim in sekundarnim nivojem pri napotitvah
Translated title		Experiences and suggestions for improving communication between primary care physicians and specialists
Type		članek
Source		In: Hojs R, Krajnc I, Pahor A, et al, editors. Zbornik predavanj in praktikum 15. srečanje internistov in zdravnikov splošne medicine Iz prakse za prakso z mednarodno udeležbo; 2004 maj 7-8; Maribor. Maribor: Splošna bolnišnica Maribor,
Publication year		2004
Volume		str. 167-75
Language		slo
Abstract		The number of referrals from primary care physicians to specialists is increasing. The quality of communication between GPs and specialists is very important as it contributes to better results of treatment and to the patients' satisfaction, but it also lowers the costs of health care. Unfortunately, the quality and quantity of the information that physicians exchange with the referrals is often incomplete and unsuitable. The article discusses the reasons for the increased number of referrals, the communication problems between physicians, and suggests some possibilities for improving communication.
Descriptors		PRIMARY HEALTH CARE REFERRAL AND CONSULTATION SPECIALTIES, MEDICAL INTERPROFESSIONAL RELATIONS