Pediatrics by the Book: Pediatricians and Literacy Promotion

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Publication year

2002

study description

Commentary.

core topic(s)

Reach Out and Read (ROR)

Population Characteristics

Medical Providers

Exposures, Outcomes, Other

Anticipatory Guidance , Implementation and Evaluation , Medical Training/Education , Parent Behaviors and Skills

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objectives

To discuss Reach Out and Read (ROR) and literacy promotion by pediatricians.

exposure

Reach Out and Read (ROR).

outcomes evaluated

ROR model, growth/replication, evidence, and practice.

methods

Topics Discussed: A Good Idea [the ROR Model]; Growth and Replication [of the ROR Model]; Evidence-Based Literacy Promotion; Doing it all for the Right Reasons [Lessons Learned about how to Change Pediatric Practice].

measures

Review.

conclusions

We would argue that the current weight of evidence, which is stronger than that supporting any other primary care based developmental intervention, is now enough to justify making ROR the standard of care in pediatrics, and bringing the official voice of the profession to bear on issues of funding and institutional support for pediatric literacy promotion following this evidence-based model.

limitations

Not discussed.