Zahra Shaker Alkhawaja
Family medicine, Saudi Arabia
Publications
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Research Article
BRIDGING THE GAP IN CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE PREVENTION: EVALUATING FAMILY PHYSICIANS? KNOWLEDGE AND APPLICATION OF GUIDELINES IN PRIMARY CARE
Author(s): Ohoud Balkassim Almehwari*, Marwa Ali Hamzah Aljehani, Maha Amer Almuraisel, Abdulrahman Mohammed Al Shehri, Zahra Shaker Alkhawaja, Abdulaziz Saleh Obaidullah Almuwallad, Mai abdulaziz aldhamadi, Sukainah Musa Almuhanna, Ali AlMuraikhi, Abdulaziz Abdulrahman Annab, Eiman Mohamed Ahmed alameen, Aldhafeer, Eman Saad A and Sarah Yahya S Mones
Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, necessitating effective preventive strategies within primary care settings. Family physicians (FPs) play a crucial role in promoting heart-healthy lifestyles, yet their adherence to clinical guidelines varies. Understanding the factors influencing FPs' knowledge and application of CVD prevention strategies is essential for improving patient outcomes. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 200 family physicians working in primary healthcare settings. A structured questionnaire was distributed via email, assessing physicians' knowledge and application of CVD prevention guidelines. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, t-tests, ANOVA, and multiple linear regression to identify key determinants affecting physician.. Read More»