Applying an evaluation model to a dental public health program.

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Health Services Research
• Program Evaluation

Background:

• Urban dental public health programs require effective evaluation tools.
• Assessing program outcomes and resource allocation is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the applicability of a specific model for assessing urban dental public health programs.
• To determine if the model effectively measures goal accomplishment and associated costs.

Main Methods:

• Applied an evaluation model focused on objective specification and accomplishment.
• Utilized a goal-based model approach rather than a system-based model.
• Focused on evaluating goal attainment and cost-effectiveness.

Main Results:

• The evaluation model proved applicable to an urban dental public health program.
• The model successfully focused on goal accomplishment and associated costs.
• The model was user-friendly and generated detailed evaluation information.

Conclusions:

• The goal-based evaluation model is a practical tool for urban dental public health programs.
• The model provides administrators with actionable data for program improvement.
• This approach facilitates efficient assessment of public health program effectiveness.