IALH Research Fellow Kelli Stajduhar has co-authored a new research article entitled Evolution and Current State of Advance Care Planning in Canada. Collaborating authors include Cari Borenko, Jessica Simon, Jeff Myers, Karine Diedrich, Colleen Cash, Nicole Wikjord, Shelly Cory, and Bren Schock. The article was published in Zeitschrift fur Evidenz, Fortbildung und Qualitat im Gesundheitswesen. 

Abstract:

Canada is one of the early pioneers of Advance Care Planning concepts, processes, programs and initiatives. The evolution of national messages, models and frameworks is shaped by our publicly funded healthcare system and culturally diverse populations. Our Pan-Canadian Community Framework highlights the importance of individuals, those that matter to them, communities, organizations, and healthcare professionals collaborating, integrating, sharing, and building upon each other’s strengths and successes. This framework describes Canada’s priority actions at national, provincial and local levels. Our collective vision is for Advance Care Planning to be a part of the life journey.

To read the full article, see https://doi.org/10.1016/j.zefq.2023.04.009