Table 2 Provider, administrator, and clinical researcher themes
Overall Opinions of, Suggestions for, and Concerns with SURPAS Tool | Facilitators and Barriers of Implementation of SURPAS Tool in Clinic/System | Benefits for Surgeons, Patients, and Healthcare System of SURPAS Tool |
|---|---|---|
Overall positive feedback | Easy to incorporate intoclinical practice | Improves consent process |
Patient-centered and supportsshared decision making | Pilot studies necessary to support implementation | Can be used to mitigate certain adverse outcomes |
Very important work – improves risk assessment | Build on the early wins | Improves patient education |
Usability and user-interface suggestions | Market the value to the end user | Enhances patient participation and satisfaction |
Not a substitute for clinical judgment | Be adaptable to different clinical workflows | Part of permanent record to support patients, providers, and healthcare systems |
Accuracy concerns | Potential resistance to change | Collaborative approach to care when utilized by all staff |
Concerns about exposure to litigation | Level of training required to operate | Tailored risk assessment to patients |