The impact of regionalization programs on patterns of perinatal care
Ryan, G.M.; Fielden, J.G.
Obstetrics and Gynecology 53(2): 187-189
1979
ISSN/ISBN: 0029-7844 PMID: 418973 Document Number: 152557
A questionnaire developed to assess changes in patterns of perinatal care related to regionalization programs was sent to all 505 members of The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in the state of Massachusetts. Respondents reported changes in facilities, services, educational experience, and referral and transfer patterns. The implications of these changes are discussed.
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