Provider-Level Characteristics Associated With Adolescent Varicella, Meningococcal, and Human Papillomavirus Immunization Initiation

Conclusions. Differences in HPV immunization initiation were observed between genders, and for boys, between APN versus physician at last clinic visit. This may reflect changes to HPV immunization recommendations for boys and APNs having shorter clinic visits.

Source: Clinical Pediatrics - December 7, 2015 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Grout, R. L., Beal, S. J., Kahn, J. A., Widdice, L. E. Tags: Articles Source Type: research