Experiencia de los pacientes con enfermedades inflamatorias inmunomediadas atendidos en una unidad de atención integral multidisciplinar

Objective

To describe the aspects with the greatest impact on the satisfaction of patients treated in a multidisciplinary unit specialising in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) and to identify areas for improvement in the care model.

Methods

Cross-sectional descriptive study using a satisfaction survey structured in three blocks: sociodemographic variables, functional aspects of the unit and satisfaction with the professionals. Immediate satisfaction was measured on aspects related to the care received, the physical structure and the likelihood of recommending the unit.

Results

A total of 168 patients completed the surveys, the mean score of overall satisfaction with the unit was 4.75 (SD:0.4). The regression model showed the relationship between overall satisfaction and unit signage (OR:3.558, p = 0.045, 95% CI: 1.027-12.33), coordination between professionals (OR:9.043, p = 0.000, 95% CI: 2.79-29.28) and participation in decision making (OR: 44.836, p = 0.000, 95% CI: 5.49-365.97). In terms of immediate satisfaction, the overall Net Promoter Score (NPS) was 87 (excellent). The mean score for coordination with Primary Care was 4.54 (SD:0.8) and they scored waiting time to be seen with 4.49 (SD:0.8), so they have been considered an area for improvement The mean score for coordination with Primary Care was 4.54 (SD:0.8) and they scored waiting time to be seen with 4.49 (SD:0.8), so both were considered areas for improvement.

Conclusions

Coordination between intra-centre professionals and patient participation in decision-making explain the excellent level of patient satisfaction. The monitoring of satisfaction has made it possible to implement immediate improvement actions.