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Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI): A collaboration between research and clinical practice
J G Demakis1, L McQueen, K W Kizer
1Department of Veterans Affairs, Washington, DC 20420, USA.
Medical Care
|June 8, 2000
Summary
The Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI) is a data-driven program for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to improve patient outcomes. It systematically translates research findings into actionable quality tools for system-wide enhancement.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Quality Improvement Science
- Health Systems Management
Background:
- The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) sought a national quality improvement program.
- Integration within VHA's Strategic Framework for Quality Management was essential.
- A need existed for systematic translation of research findings into practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI).
- To describe QUERI's framework for integrating structural, process, and outcome elements.
- To outline QUERI's 6-step process for evidence translation into action.
Main Methods:
- Development of a framework integrating organizational characteristics, change processes, and patient/system outcomes.
- Establishment of a data-driven approach to identify healthcare needs and delivery methods.
- Description of QUERI's rigorous review process and programmatic details.
Main Results:
- A systematic process for translating research evidence into actionable quality tools was created.
- The framework facilitates the integration of structural and process elements with outcomes.
- QUERI is positioned as a national model for quality improvement within the VHA.
Conclusions:
- QUERI provides a robust model for data-driven quality improvement in healthcare.
- The initiative ensures the systematic application of research findings to enhance patient outcomes.
- VHA possesses unique qualifications to implement this national quality improvement strategy.