International Journal of Integrated Care · Published 2026-06-26 · DOI 10.5334/ijic.10270
Desiree J. S. Dona, Suzanne E. J. Kaal, Bart P. A. Thoonen, Patrick Jeurissen, Frederieke G. Schaafsma
Addressing the impact of chronic conditions on work participation requires an integrated care model that embeds work-related goals from diagnosis onward. The Work-oriented Care Model (WoCM) adopts a biopsychosocial, patient-centered approach and incorporates key elements of the Capability Approach (CA) and the International Classification of Functioning (ICF), aligning functional performance with individual goals and contextual factors. A case study illustrates the need for continuous work-oriented assessment involving healthcare and occupational professionals. Implementation challenges underscore the importance of structural integration and improved coordination across healthcare and occupational systems.
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Dona, D., Kaal, S., Thoonen, B., et al. (2026). An Integrated Work-Oriented Care Model Using Key Elements of the International Classification of Functioning and the Capability Approach. International Journal of Integrated Care. https://doi.org/10.5334/ijic.10270