Author/Authors :
Cioana, Milena Department of Pediatrics - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada , Peterson, Devin Division of Orthopedics - Department of Surgery - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada , Missiuna, Paul Division of Orthopedics - Department of Surgery - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada , El-Hawary, Ron Orthopedic Surgery Department - IWK Children’s Health Center - Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada , Carey, Timothy Department of Pediatrics - Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry - University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada , Potter, Murray A Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada , Banfield, Laura Health Sciences Library - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada , Thabane, Lehana Department of Health Research Methods - Evidence and Impact - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada , Samaan, M Constantine Department of Pediatrics - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Abstract :
In this report, we document the discussions and recommendations of a national conference designed to create a coalition to tackle adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) held on June 6 and 7, 2017 in Hamilton, ON, Canada. The goal of the establishment of this coalition is to join the efforts of patients, parents, physicians, researchers and other stakeholders to identify stakeholders’ perspectives and to categorize gaps in knowledge and target further AIS research and clinical care priorities. The participants’ main priorities included focus on shared decision making regarding clinical and research priorities between the stakeholders on the clinical, research and policy sides with patients and families. In addition, improvements in the dissemination of information via digital platforms and identification of cost-effective screening strategies that may help early identification and intervention were also recognized as a priority. Commitment was reached to form a national coalition to understand the determinants of this condition and enhance patient outcomes through improved clinical care and research efforts.
