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Date
2025
Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent but underdiagnosed condition, particularly in rural populations with limited access to specialist care. This project aims to enhance OSA identification and management in a rural Vermont clinic by implementing an integrated patient education and screening initiative. Key interventions include a patient information pamphlet, a standardized screening tool, and a referral pathway to streamline diagnosis and treatment. Provider feedback highlighted the benefits of these resources in improving patient awareness, screening accuracy, and referral efficiency.
Clinical Site
Mountain Community Health
Keywords
Vermont, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Rural Healthcare, Screening Tool, Patient Education, Referral Pathway, Sleep Study Access
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Disciplines
Medical Education | Primary Care
Recommended Citation
Rustad, John L., "Improving Obstructive Sleep Apnea Support in Rural Primary Care: Enhancing Patient Resources and Provider Tools" (2025). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 1090.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/1090
