A Naegele, I Schwaninger, L Toenges, C Eggers, T Warnecke, C Weigand, J Klucken
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Abstract
Background: The demand for chat messaging apps for communication between physicians, therapists and patients is increasing. The expectations for this form of communication and uncertainties regarding introduction and use are heterogeneous.
Objective: The implementation of chat messengers in the care of patients with Parkinson's disease should be facilitated by recommendations regarding introduction and usage.
Methods: Semi-structured interviews with neurologists and physiotherapists were conducted to capture the expectations and needs regarding the use of chat messengers. From the data analysis, recommendations were derived.
Results: The expectations for technical functionality exceeded the chat messenger functions. This concerns, e.g., the connection of the chat messenger to the electronic patient file. There is a great deal of uncertainty, particularly when it comes to the applicable General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). The recommendations relating to the use of chat messengers, data protection aspects, the design of such tools and methodological considerations can help to implement the tool as an additional communication channel.
Conclusion: Practical recommendations regarding functionality, the use of chat messengers in everyday life and in relation to data protection are derived from the results. By improving knowledge, physicians and therapists can contribute to the successful establishment of chat messengers as an additional communication tool.
期刊介绍:
Der Nervenarzt is an internationally recognized journal addressing neurologists and psychiatrists working in clinical or practical environments. Essential findings and current information from neurology, psychiatry as well as neuropathology, neurosurgery up to psychotherapy are presented.
Review articles provide an overview on selected topics and offer the reader a summary of current findings from all fields of neurology and psychiatry.
Freely submitted original papers allow the presentation of important clinical studies and serve the scientific exchange.
Review articles under the rubric ''Continuing Medical Education'' present verified results of scientific research and their integration into daily practice.