The Roles and Responsibilities of Medical Professionals in Long COVID
- Author(s)
- Frankcomb, M; Brew, BJ; Faux, S; Holmes, A; Irving, L; Marwick, T; Shiu, B; Watters, DA; Wrench, J;
- Journal Title
- In: Hitch, D., Wrench, J. (eds) The Rehabilitation and Management of Long COVID: A Handbook for Clinical Practice
- Publication Type
- Book section
- Abstract
- This chapter outlines the crucial role of medical specialists in the diagnosis, management and treatment of Long COVID, recognising the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and patient centred care. The diverse symptoms of Long COVID often require input from multiple medical specialists, including (but not limited to) General Practitioners (GPs), Respiratory Physicians, Neurologists, Rehabilitation Physicians, Cardiologists and Psychiatrists. For patients with Long COVID contemplating surgery, the benefits, risks and opportunities for optimisation must be considered as part of the shared decision-making process. The unique contribution of each specialist will be discussed, including areas of expertise and common treatment approaches. The chapter includes lived experience perspectives on accessing medical support applicable across professions and the health system.
- Department(s)
- Internal Medicine
- Publisher's Version
- https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003528104-11
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- Refer to copyright notice on published article.
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