International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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ISSN: 2329-9096

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Katharine Spalding

Medical School, Queens’ University, Belfast, Ireland

Biography

Katharine Spalding is a researcher from the department of Medical School, Queens’ University, Belfast, Ireland. Her research interest includes Musculoskeletal Education, Rehabilitation etc. She has published articles in many journals and the articles are informative and got good citations.

Publications

  • Research Article   
    Improving the Delivery of Musculoskeletal Education in Primary Care Using the Innovative Echo (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) Technology
    Author(s): Katharine Spalding*, Ian Ryans and Neil Heron

    Background: Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO) is a programme that employs videoconferencing technology to train community-based primary care providers to improve and standardize care across a wide geographical region. This method has not yet been trialled in the UK for improving the capacity of primary care services in managing common musculoskeletal (MSK) complaints. Aim: The aim was to assess the impact of introducing a year-long MSK ECHO education programme in Northern Ireland for general practitioners (GPs). Design and setting: Monthly sessions were held consisting of teaching and case based discussions. Each session lasted on average 90 minutes. A ‘hub’ consisting of local GP lead educators, supported by colleagues from secondary care, where linked to GPs around Belfast using video.. View More»
    DOI: 10.35248/2329-9096.20.08.536

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