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Research prioritization in paediatric orthopaedics and the impact on funding
Tim Theologis1, D C Perry2,3
1Nuffield Department of Orthopaedic Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Science, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
Insights
Research prioritization in pediatric orthopedics has revitalized a previously underfunded field. Formal processes by the British Society for Children's Orthopaedic Surgery have led to increased funding and flourishing research in children's orthopedics.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Medical Research Funding
- Health Policy
Background:
- Children's orthopedics was historically underfunded and under-investigated.
- Lack of research hindered advancements in pediatric musculoskeletal health.
Abstract:
In 2017, the British Society for Children's Orthopaedic Surgery engaged the profession and all relevant stakeholders in two formal research prioritization processes. In this editorial, we describe the impact of this prioritization on funding, and how research in children's orthopaedics, which was until very recently a largely unfunded and under-investigated area, is now flourishing. Establishing research priorities was a crucial step in this process.
