Transition to Adult Provider
Alaska Center for Pediatrics is committed to partnering with families of adolescents to prepare for their transition to adulthood. As our patients mature, they will learn new skills to become more independent in how they understand and manage their own care. We will work together to make sure our patients are comfortable with each new skill.
By 18 years of age, all patients will participate in their own care as adults. ACP will only discuss a patient’s health information with others if they agree. Some young adults choose to still involve their parents/caregivers or others in their healthcare choices. To allow ACP to share information with them, consent is required. Consent can be provided with a form submission here.
For young adults who have special health care needs, ACP will share with parents/caregivers options for how to support decision-making. For young adults who are not able to consent, legal documentation is required to share information with a parent/caregiver. Legal documentation can be submitted here.
By 22 years of age, ACP’s goal is to have patients prepared and transition their primary care to an adult medical provider. This includes sending medical records and helping you find community resources and specialty care, if needed. Records can be requested with a form submission here.
Additional Resources for Transition of Care to an Adult Provider:
Turning 18: What It Means for Your Health
Health Care Transition Timeline for Youth and Young Adults
Health Care Transition Timeline for Parents/Caregivers
Online Quiz for Youth/Young Adults: Are you ready to transition to adult health care?
Online Quiz for Parents/Caregivers: Is your child ready to transition to adult health care?
Setting up the “Medical ID” Feature on Apple's Health App and on Android Phones
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Transitioning to Adult Health Care (for Youth and Young Adults)