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Innovative Models of Care: Enhancing Outcomes for Children with Developmental Needs in Rural Areas

Innovative Models of Care: Enhancing Outcomes for Children with Developmental Needs in Rural Areas

In the realm of pediatric developmental health, practitioners often grapple with the unique challenges of providing quality care in rural and remote areas. A recent systematic scoping review, "Exploring Allied Health Models of Care for Children with Developmental Health Concerns, Delays, and Disabilities in Rural and Remote Areas," offers critical insights that can help practitioners refine their approaches and improve outcomes for children in these underserved regions.

Key Findings from the Research

The review identifies several models of care (MoCs) currently employed to address the developmental needs of children in rural areas. These models include:

Implementing Effective Models of Care

To enhance the effectiveness of these models, practitioners should consider the following strategies:

Encouraging Further Research

While the review highlights the positive impacts of various MoCs, it also underscores the need for further research to identify which components are most effective. Practitioners are encouraged to participate in or conduct studies that explore these aspects in greater detail. Such research can help refine existing models and develop new, more effective approaches to care.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Exploring Allied Health Models of Care for Children with Developmental Health Concerns, Delays, and Disabilities in Rural and Remote Areas: A Systematic Scoping Review.


Citation: Gosse, G., Kumar, S., Banwell, H., Moran, A., & Tchounwou, P. B. (2024). Exploring Allied Health Models of Care for Children with Developmental Health Concerns, Delays, and Disabilities in Rural and Remote Areas: A Systematic Scoping Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 21(4), 507. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph21040507
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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