User perspectives of a complex healthcare intervention for functional somatic disorders - A qualitative process evaluation
Novo Nordisk Foundation
Aarhus University Hospital
About 1 in 10 people in Denmark have a functional somatic disorder (FSD), and symptoms are severe for 1-2%. This project aims to improve the care pathway of patients with moderate-to-severe FSD by providing comprehensive diagnosis and coordinated care across primary and secondary sectors. Specifically, this project uses interviews and observations of patients, hospital clinicians, and GPs to understand the mechanisms, context, and user perspectives of the Research Clinic for Functional Disorders at Diagnostic Center, Silkeborg Regional Hospital. By investigating how this intervention is delivered and how it is received, we can discover how and why it works. For example, does the comprehensive assessment and provision of resources and information enable patients and GPs to collaborate effectively and improve care? This study will provide a thorough understanding of the intervention, which is crucial for supporting integrated healthcare services for patients with FSD.
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