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SBAR: Making connections to primary care for effective referrals

An effective referral is complete, clear, concise, timely and emphasizes

  • Interactive communications
  • Limited interruptions,
  • A process for verification
  • An opportunity to review any relevant historical data to maximize clarity

(ACOG Committee Opinion 517, 2012 (Obstet Gynecol 2012; 119:408-411.)

SBAR is an evidence based, Joint Commission endorsed mneumonic for communication that includes Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation.

See: Martinez NG, Niznik CM, Yee LM. Optimizing postpartum care for the patient with gestational diabetes mellitus. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2017; 217:314-321.