Hepatitis C Survey of Family Physicians
Study Description and Methods
In a survey of 1200 AAFP family physicians, we examined their perceptions of hepatitis C screening and treatment barriers. This data will help with the development of educational materials regarding hepatitis C for family physicians and other generalist clinicians such as general internists.
Specific Aims and Objectives
The purpose of this survey project was to gather information on physicians’ beliefs, knowledge, barriers, and clinical practices surrounding screening, diagnosis, and treatment of the hepatitis C virus.
Timeline
This project was conducted from April 28, 2003 through March 31, 2004.
Status
This project has been completed. See below for Key Findings and Publications!
Contact Information
For additional information about this study, please contact:
James Galliher, PhD
Research Director
AAFP National Research Network
1-800-274-2237 x3120
jgallihe@aafp.org
James Galliher, PhD
Research Director
AAFP National Research Network
1-800-274-2237 x3120
jgallihe@aafp.org
Presentations
Convocation of the American Academy of Family Physicians Research Network, March 19, 2004, Kansas City, Mo.
North American Primary Care Research Group meeting, October 11, 2004, Orlando, Fla.
North American Primary Care Research Group meeting, October 11, 2004, Orlando, Fla.
Key Findings and Publications
Family physicians know how to identify high-risk people and test for hepatitis C. Most prefer to refer patients with hepatitis C to specialists for workup and treatment but report frequent barriers to those referrals.
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This was funded by a grant from Schering-Plough.
