Journal article
Ageing in general practice (AGP) trial: A cluster randomised trial to examine the effectiveness of peer education on GP diagnostic assessment and management of dementia
CD Pond, H Brodaty, NP Stocks, J Gunn, J Marley, P Disler, P Magin, N Paterson, G Horton, S Goode, B Paine, KE Mate
BMC Family Practice | Published : 2012
Abstract
Background: Dementia is increasing in prevalence as the population ages. An earlier rather than later diagnosis allows persons with dementia and their families to plan ahead and access appropriate management. However, most diagnoses are made by general practitioners (GPs) later in the course of the disease and are associated with management that is poorly adherent to recommended guidelines. This trial examines the effectiveness of a peer led dementia educational intervention for GPs. Methods. The study is a cluster randomised trial, conducted across three states and five sites. All GPs will complete an audit of their consenting patients aged 75 years or more at three time points - baseline, ..
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Funding Acknowledgements
[ "CDP and HB have sat on advisory boards for Pfizer, Novartis, Janssen and Lundbeck, and been speakers sponsored by Pfizer, Novartis (HB only) and Janssen (HB only). HB has been an investigator on projects funded by Pfizer, Novartis, Janssen, Lundbeck, Lilly and Sanofi, and acted as a consultant for Merck and Baxter. Other authors have no competing interests to declare.", "The authors acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Professor Charles Bridges-Webb. This study is supported by the Australian Government's National Health and Medical Research Council (Grant ID #351220 and #510745)." ]