Pediatricians' experiences of managing outpatient care during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative study in Germany.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pediatricians are important sources of information for parents regarding their children's health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, pediatricians faced a variety of challenges regarding information uptake and transfer to patients, practice organization and consultations for families. This qualitative study aimed at shedding light on German pediatricians' experiences of providing outpatient care during the first year of the pandemic.

Methods

We conducted 19 semi-structured, in-depth interviews with pediatricians in Germany from July 2020 to February 2021. All interviews were audio recorded, transcribed, pseudonymized, coded, and subjected to content analysis.

Results

Pediatricians felt able to keep up to date regarding COVID-19 regulations. However, staying info

SUBMITTER: von Sommoggy J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10150929 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature