Understanding the perspectives, experiences, beliefs, and knowledge of health care practitioners on the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease in Canada

Author:

Robertson, MA, Norris-Roozmon, E, and Egan, R

Publication type:

Journal Article

Publication date:

2025-03

Journal/Series title:

Journal of the Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease Canada

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URL:

https://utppublishing.com/doi/10.3138/jammi-2024-0006

Abstract:

A total of 43 HCPs working in LD-related fields participated in this study. Four major themes were identified; HCPs have: 1) Similar perspectives regarding antibiotic use, regional influences, and physician referral; 2) diverse perspectives on the use of serology testing and barriers for LD diagnosis and treatment between endemic and nonendemic regions; 3) challenges and disagreement toward diagnosing and treating chronic LD; and 4) trust in one (among several) LD guidelines, yet consult a variety of secondary sources for additional LD knowledge.