The Role of the Medical Social Worker in a Pediatric Aero-Digestive Program

Families experience many psycho-social challenges when caring for a child with a tracheostomy in the home. The support of a Medical Social Worker in a Pediatric Aerodigestive Program is vitally important to help families navigate the multiple systems required to help manage the needs of medically complex child. The Medical Social Worker should strive to partner with families to provide resources and coordinate care to enhance coping and improve overall patient care and well-being.