Tag : implementation science

Where does the ’17 years’ data point come from?

In 2010, after years of hearing that "[it takes on average]...17 years from research to practice..." I spent some time to dig into the facts…and I came away both impressed (by the underlying science) and concerned (by the barriers we face). The following is what I shared with my colleagues at Pfizer

Posted on 25 Jan 2017
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Blog, Medical Education

ABSTRACT: An implementation science perspective on psychological science and cancer: What is known and opportunities for research, policy, and practice

We discuss the role of implementation science in cancer and summarize the need for this perspective. Following a summary of key implementation science principles and lessons learned, we review the literature on implementation of cancer prevention and control activities across the continuum from prevention to palliative care. We identified 10

Posted on 5 Mar 2015
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Learning Models & Theory, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources

MANUSCRIPT: Experiences and barriers to implementation of clinical practice guideline for depression in Korea

BACKGROUND: Clinical guidelines can improve health-care delivery, but there are a number of challenges in adopting and implementing the current practice guidelines for depression. The aim of this study was to determine clinical experiences and perceived barriers to the implementation of these guidelines in psychiatric care. METHODS: A web-based survey was conducted with