1.Applying the International Classification Of Functioning, Disability And Health (ICF) And Kawa Models In Family Medicine - A Case Of An Adolescent With A Stroke.
Hwei Ming Tan ; Jeffrey Song&rsquo ; En Jiang
The Singapore Family Physician 2020;46(7):36-42
The rehabilitation of a 19-year-old male with a congenital ventricular septal defect who suffered a haemorrhagic stroke from a ruptured mycotic aneurysm, secondary to infective endocarditis is described in this case study. This case study illustrates the application of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model, and
Kawa model in the structuring of a holistic, interdisciplinary team management. Application of both models provide clear communication within the interdisciplinary team and aids the team to understand the contextual factors in the interaction of the patient's rehabilitation journey.
2.A Case Of Atrial Fibrillation In An Elderly Patient With Recurrent Falls And Dementia
Li Yan Ng ; Jeffrey Song&rsquo ; En Jiang
The Singapore Family Physician 2020;46(7):43-47
A case study highlighting the complexity in the management of newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation in an elderly female with recurrent falls and a lack of mental capacity. This demonstrates a delicate balance between reducing thromboembolic phenomenon and bleeding risks.
3."Can more be done to save my daughter?" - Primary palliative care for patients with unexpected, rapid cancer progression
Juan Min Tan ; Song' ; En Jeffrey Jiang
The Singapore Family Physician 2021;47(2):52-57
This is a case study of a 58-year-old lady with metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) who suffered a left neck of femur fracture. Unfortunately, there was an unexpected and rapid cancer progression, requiring her goals of care to transit from rehabilitation after her fracture to palliation. The case brings to light the need for family physicians to be poised to manage cancer patients at the end of life in the community, and work together with other stakeholders to deliver compassionate and supportive care.
4.Pathway to Holistic Care of Psychiatric Illness in National Servicemen Presenting in Primary Healthcare
Bing Long Lee ; Song&rsquo ; En, Jeffrey Jiang ; Shuenn Chiang Soo ; Jian Hong Tan
The Singapore Family Physician 2021;47(3):31-36
This is a case study of a 22-year-old National Serviceman presenting with the main complaint of insomnia. This case demonstrates possible gaps in the integration of care between public and National Service healthcare. We illustrate a pathway which primary physicians may use to improve communication with National Service healthcare.