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A Novel Intervention Platform for Service Members With Subjective Cognitive Complaints: Implementation, Patient Participation, and Satisfaction.

Authors :
Sullivan KW
Law WA
Loyola L
Knoll MA
Shub DE
French LM
Source :
Military medicine [Mil Med] 2020 Jan 07; Vol. 185 (Suppl 1), pp. 326-333.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Introduction: Program overview of a novel cognitive training platform at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) for service members with subjective cognitive complaints: analysis of patient participation, satisfaction with the program, and perceived areas of improvement.<br />Materials and Method: Retrospective review of 1,030 participants from November 2008 through May 2017. Data were obtained within an approved protocol (WRNMMC-EDO-2017-0004/# 876230).<br />Results: The program has shown growth in numbers of referrals, types of patient populations served, and patient visits. Patients report satisfaction with the program and endorse improvements in cognitive functions.<br />Conclusions: This program model may benefit other military facilities looking to provide and assess novel therapeutic approaches.<br /> (© Association of Military Surgeons of the United States 2020. All rights reserved. For permissions, please e-mail: journals.permissions@oup.com.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1930-613X
Volume :
185
Issue :
Suppl 1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Military medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32074374
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/milmed/usz218