Physicians know that patients become angry when they get markedly different advice from one physician to the next. The anger stems from confusion over what to believe, particulary during a time of crisis such as a severe flu season or pandemic. This confusion can lead to unnecessary visits to health care facilities in an effort to “doctor shop” for a doctor with the answer they want. If physicians can agree on a unified strategy for dealing with patients with suspected H1N1 infection, we can decrease confusion and maybe decrease some of the stress on an already over-burdened health care system.

Influenza Management in Children and Adults – Updated 10-02         This is a consensus document from the Medical College of Georgia Departments of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics about the medical management of H1N1 flu.  This two-page document was prepared at the urging of both clinicians on the MCG campus and primary care physicians from the local community. It is designed to summarize current national recommendations. This is an attempt to get all medical providers “on the same page”.

Influenza Management Algorithm – Adults         This one page algorithm summarizes the recommended management of adults with H1N1 influenza.
Influenza Management Algorithm – Children        This one page algorithm summarizes the recommended management of children with H1N1 influenza.