Rural, Suburban, and Urban Differences in Factors That Impact Physician Adherence to Clinical Preventive Service Guidelines

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Highlights a qualitative study based on interviews with 29 primary care physicians from various areas in Missouri regarding barriers to following the clinical preventive service guidelines. Breaks down results by location and perceived barrier, such as outcome expectancy, patient health status, or evidence interpretation.

Elaine C. Khoong, Wesley S. Gibbert, Jane M. Garbutt, Walton Sumner, Ross C. Brownson

Journal of Rural Health, 30(1), 7-16

01/2014

Primary care · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention · Missouri