Published online Jul 7, 2017. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v23.i25.4473
Peer-review started: February 7, 2017
First decision: March 16, 2017
Revised: April 3, 2017
Accepted: May 9, 2017
Article in press: May 9, 2017
Published online: July 7, 2017
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In this article we discuss the challenges of delivering a high quality Transition care. A good understanding of the adolescent needs with good communication between Transition care physicians and the patient is essential for good continuity of care. Despite availability of several guidelines, one model doesn’t fit all and any transition service development should be determined by the local need and available healthcare facilities.
Core tip: Adolescent medicine is fast becoming a speciality in its own right. A good understanding of the needs of the adolescent patient is essential for delivering good quality care. Effective communication between Transition Care physicians as well as with their patient is the key to providing good continuity of care. Despite availability of several guidelines, one model doesn’t fit all and any transition service development should be determined by the local need and available healthcare facilities.