Developing the Urogynecology Team: How to Incorporate Advanced Practice Providers-Developing the Urogynecology Team: How to Incorporate Advanced Practice Providers

Developing the Urogynecology Team: How to Incorporate Advanced Practice Providers

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In this video, Dr. Matt Barker discusses the topic of developing the urogynecology team and how to incorporate advanced practice providers (APPs). He emphasizes the importance of utilizing APPs to increase access to care for women with pelvic floor disorders and improve efficiency and patient flow in the practice. Dr. Barker explains the different models of care that can be used to incorporate APPs, such as shared care, independent care, or a mixed model. He also discusses the growing need for different types of providers in the field of urogynecology due to the projected physician shortage and the increasing number of women seeking care for pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Barker highlights the role of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physical therapists in providing care and suggests that standardized care and competency assessments should be developed for APPs in urogynecology. He also discusses the financial aspects of hiring APPs, including reimbursement considerations and the potential for increased revenue generation. Dr. Barker concludes by emphasizing the importance of a team-based approach to patient care and the need for ongoing education and collaboration among providers. The webinar was hosted by Dr. Christina Lewicki-Galp and organized by the American Urogynecologic Society.

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Matthew A. Barker, MD, FACOG

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urogynecology team

advanced practice providers

access to care

pelvic floor disorders

models of care

physician shortage