What are Clinical Pathways?

Clinical pathways are structured multidisciplinary care plans that detail essential steps in the care of patients with a specific clinical problem or condition. They incorporate evidence-based guidelines, best practices, and patient preferences to optimize treatment outcomes while minimizing unnecessary variation in care.

Why are clinical pathways important?

• Standardizes care: Reduces inappropriate variations in practice for similar conditions.
• Improves outcomes: Incorporates evidence-based practices for better health results.
• Optimizes resources: Reduces unnecessary tests, procedures, and treatments.

Components of clinical pathways

• Timeframes for interventions and expected progress milestones.
• Standardized order sets and protocols for specific conditions.
• Multidisciplinary involvement from various healthcare professionals.

How Solace can help

A Solace advocate can help you understand the clinical pathway recommended for your specific condition, ensuring you receive the appropriate care at each stage. They can track your progress along the pathway, coordinate communication between multiple specialists involved in your care, and help identify when deviations from the standard pathway might be necessary to address your unique needs.