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Opportunities to Improve Primary-Level Otolaryngology Care: A Survey of Rwandan General Practitioners
By Pullakhandam K, Kabongo C, Tusty M and 13 others.
Abstract
Objective
In Rwanda, 30 OHNS clinicians serve the country's population of 14 million. With low subspecialist density, primary care providers (PCPs) become the first line of otolaryngologic triage and care. However, it is unclear if Rwandan PCPs are equipped to bridge OHNS care gaps.
Study design
Cross-sectional qualitative survey-based study.
Setting
Rwandan PCPs were surveyed, and responses were collected between November 2024 and May.
Methods
Surveys were co-developed with Rwandan OHNS clinicians and evaluated the diagnostic and management confidence of common head and neck conditions. Responses were analyzed with descriptive statistics.