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Occupational Medicine 53:249-253 (2003)
Copyright © 2003 Society of Occupational Medicine

The interaction between general practitioners and occupational health professionals in relation to rehabilitation for work: a Delphi study

D. G. Beaumont

Business Healthcare, Mansfield Woodhouse, Notts, UK.

Correspondence to: D. G. Beaumont, Business Healthcare, Mansfield Woodhouse, Notts, UK. E-mail: david{at}beaumont99.freeserve.co.uk

Abstract

Background Anecdotally, communication between general practitioners (GPs) and occupational health professionals is poor and acts as a barrier to successful rehabilitation for work. It is not known how widely this view is held by the many stakeholders in rehabilitation for work, or how important the observation is in its effect.

Methods A Delphi study was conducted by initial semi-structured telephone interview, followed by a three-round collation and feedback of opinion by e-mail. The 25 participants were identified by suggestion within the study process for their position as key informants within a wide range of stakeholders.

Results The process generated a consensus statement which identifies the extremely important nature of rehabilitation for work, the crucial role by GPs, the central role of occupational health professionals in case management and the barrier represented by the often very poor communication between them.

Conclusion The way forward is to improve communication by mutual education and understanding and a teamapproach to rehabilitation strategy. This may be facilitated by the GPs who work in occupational health and disability assessment and the involvement of other health professionals to great benefit for all stakeholders.

Keywords      General practitioners; occupational health professionals; poor communication; rehabilitation for work


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