| Employing a teaching module improves patient satisfaction in facial rejuvenation. | |
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PMID: 17173586 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to determine whether a teaching module for facial rejuvenation improved patient satisfaction and enhanced practice growth in a cosmetic surgery office. An educational module was designed to review soft-tissue anatomy and physiology, treatment options, and outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS: During the initial office consultation, the module was utilized in group A (50 patients) but not in group B (50 patients). Satisfaction surveys were taken from all patients following the consultation. Patients from both groups who scheduled procedures were surveyed following completion of treatment. RESULTS: The surveys indicated a statistically significant higher level of satisfaction with the consultation, a better understanding of treatment options, and a greater percentage of treatment scheduling in group A patients (P < 0.05). Furthermore, patients in group A who underwent treatment indicated greater satisfaction with treatment outcome when compared to those treated patients in group B (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: We conclude that use of a well-designed teaching module helps patients better understand the concepts behind facial rejuvenation and leads to increased procedure scheduling and greater patient satisfaction following treatment. |
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Authors:
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B M Freedman; R V Earley; T P Balakrishnan |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of cosmetic dermatology Volume: 5 ISSN: 1473-2165 ISO Abbreviation: J Cosmet Dermatol Publication Date: 2006 Jun |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2006-12-18 Completed Date: 2008-05-06 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 101130964 Medline TA: J Cosmet Dermatol Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 127-9 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Plastic Surgery Associates of Northern Virginia, McLean, VA 22102, USA. info@plasurg.com |
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Algorithms Cosmetic Techniques* Face Female Follow-Up Studies Humans Male Patient Education as Topic* Patient Satisfaction* Referral and Consultation Skin Aging* Skin Diseases / psychology, therapy* Treatment Outcome |
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