How we established a multidisciplinary program for vascular anomalies
Alexandra J. Borst, Rachel Swerdlin, James D. Phillips, C. Matthew Hawkins, Michael Briones
Abstract
The care of patients with vascular anomalies is quickly becoming a complex field requiring high-quality, coordinated multidisciplinary care. In this article, we review the history of multidisciplinary care in this field, discuss the benefits of this model of care, and outline some of the essential components and structure of a successful vascular anomalies team. We provide an overview of two example programs and a roadmap for other centers to develop their own multidisciplinary vascular anomalies teams.
Topics & Concepts
Multidisciplinary approachMedicineMultidisciplinary teamField (mathematics)Quality managementVascular accessIntensive care medicineNursingOperations managementSurgeryEngineeringMathematicsManagement systemSocial sciencePure mathematicsHemodialysisSociologyVascular Malformations and HemangiomasTracheal and airway disordersEsophageal and GI Pathology