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Bruce Alan Boxer1, Ellen M Taylor
1Frankford Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
Nursing Management
|November 7, 2007
Summary
A hospital implemented a business model to create a consulting service. This service integrates evidence-based practice into healthcare projects and policies.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Administration
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Healthcare organizations face challenges in consistently applying evidence-based practice.
- Integrating research findings into hospital projects and policies requires structured approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the establishment of a consulting service at a Pennsylvania hospital.
- To outline the use of a business model for implementing evidence-based practice.
Main Methods:
- A business model was utilized by hospital administrators.
- A consulting service was established to support evidence-based practice integration.
Main Results:
- The consulting service facilitates the incorporation of evidence-based practice.
- Projects and policies are being enhanced through this structured approach.
Conclusions:
- A business model can successfully support the creation of services for evidence-based practice implementation.
- This initiative demonstrates a practical strategy for improving healthcare quality through research integration.
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