Portuguese Primary Care physicians response rate in surveys: A systematic review

Basílio, Nuno; Cardoso, Sara Mineli Caioni; Laranjo, Liliana; Antunes, Maria da Luz; Heleno, Bruno

doi:10.1590/1806-9282.64.03.272

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“…However, similar reduced response rates are commonly observed in studies involving healthcare providers, particularly medical doctors [51]. Likewise, in a recent systematic review on response rates of general practitioners from primary care in Portugal, an average response rate of 56% (95%CI 47–64%) was observed [52]. Furthermore, no significant differences were observed between respondents and refusals concerning their sociodemographic characteristics.…”

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Tuberculosis care for migrant patients in Portugal: a mixed methods study with primary healthcare providers

Tavares

Garcia

Gama³

et al. 2019

BMC Health Serv Res

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Background Tuberculosis (TB) is still a major global health problem. The increasing number of cases observed among foreign-born populations contrasts with the decreasing trends observed in later years in some high-income countries. Healthcare providers are key interveners in the control of TB and HIV-TB infections. In this study, we aimed to explore the perspectives of healthcare providers working in primary care in Portugal about the provision of TB care for migrant patients with TB or HIV-TB co-infection. Methods We applied a mixed-methods approach using an online survey and semi-structured interviews with primary healthcare providers. A total of 120 Portuguese healthcare providers participated in the survey, and 17 were interviewed. Survey and interview data were analysed applying descriptive statistics and thematic analysis, respectively. Results Migrants’ lack of knowledge on TB disease and its symptoms was the main reason for advanced-stage presentation of cases. Their high mobility and social isolation affect adherence to treatment. The providers also listed several barriers to migrants’ access and use of TB care. The most frequently referred were limited socioeconomic resources, complex bureaucracy at the point of access and registration for healthcare services, especially for undocumented migrants, and obstacles for social protection. Providers also advocated more training initiatives on migrants’ health, social and cultural contexts, on HIV and TB integrated care, and on TB scientific update for general practitioners and nurses working at primary healthcare centres. Conclusions Future efforts should provide measures to overcome social, economic and administrative obstacles to care for TB-infected migrants, and promote regular training initiatives for national healthcare providers in order to raise awareness and facilitate better care to culturally diverse populations with TB.

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confidence: 54%

Tuberculosis care for migrant patients in Portugal: a mixed methods study with primary healthcare providers

Tavares

Garcia

Gama³

et al. 2019

BMC Health Serv Res

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“…This number is relatively low, given reports across the world, which shows that the average response rate to questionnaires sent by e-mail is 48%. 10 However, among similar Brazilian and international studies performed on hand surgeons and those with other specialties that sent out questionnaires during the pandemic in 2020, Gomes et al 4 obtained a response rate of 18%, Stirma et al 11 had a response rate of 5.7%, and Qazi et al 12 obtained a response rate of 15%. Our sample of 25% was representative of the total regional distribution of specialists in our population; 55.2% were in the southeast, 16.7% were in the south, 13.3% were in the northeast, 8.6% were in the central west, and 7.6% were in the north.…”

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Impact of COVID-19 on the Work, Health, and Quality of Life of Brazilian Hand Surgeons

Cagnolati

Andrade

Mandarano-Filho

et al. 2022

Hand (New York, N,Y.)

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Background: To evaluate the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on the clinical practice, health, and quality of life of Brazilian hand surgeons when only essential services and emergency procedures were being provided. Method: A questionnaire of 50 questions was sent to members of the Brazilian Society of Hand Surgery addressing work and life routines before the pandemic and during the initial quarantine period from April to August 2020. Results: Two hundred ten hand surgeons answered the questionnaire; 55.2% lived in the southeast region and worked in the capital and metropolitan regions, in both the private and public systems. Thirty-eight percent of the sample had other sources of income besides medicine, and due to a drop of 50% or more in the volume of consultations and surgeries, one-third had to apply for financial loans or access personal savings, and 69% made financial cuts in their domestic and life routines. More than 40% gained weight and stopped doing physical activities, while 20% lost weight and started physical activities. Approximately 30% were diagnosed with COVID-19, 92% of whom had mild symptoms and quarantined at home, and 89% had psychological symptoms such as anxiety, fear, insecurity, and insomnia. Conclusions: Coronavirus disease 2019 had a significant impact on the lives of Brazilian hand surgeons by drastically reducing the number of consultations and surgical procedures, generating not only financial difficulties but also changes in the exercise routine, changes in body weight, associated psychological symptoms, and changes in the family/life routine.

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“…• Discutir como os aspectos da prática clínica de médicos de família e comunidade podem ser impactados pela espiritualidade e religiosidade desses profissionais. Quanto à taxa de resposta ao questionário online esperada, uma revisão sistemática (Basílio et al, 2018) avaliou as respostas de médicos de família e comunidade portugueses a pesquisas realizadas a distância (telefone, e-mail, postagem).…”

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Portuguese Primary Care physicians response rate in surveys: A systematic review

Cited by 8 publications

References 31 publications

Tuberculosis care for migrant patients in Portugal: a mixed methods study with primary healthcare providers

Tuberculosis care for migrant patients in Portugal: a mixed methods study with primary healthcare providers

Impact of COVID-19 on the Work, Health, and Quality of Life of Brazilian Hand Surgeons

Desafios do cuidado integral em saúde: a dimensão espiritual do médico se relaciona com sua prática na abordagem espiritual do paciente?

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