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Improvement science and implementation science - railroads for achieving better patient health outcomes
Mellissa Mahabee1, Micheal Schibler2, Hemanth Lingadevaru1
1Division of Pediatric Intensive Care, Dayton Children's Hospital, One Children's Plaza, Dayton, OH, 45404-1815, United States.
Abstract:
Implementation science (IS) and quality improvement science (QIS) inhabit distinct areas in scholarly literature but are often blended in practice. IS and QIS have different origins, goals, and methodologies. Despite these differences, the two fields are closely intertwined and equally significant in improving healthcare outcomes. They can lead to improved patient outcomes when used in conjunction. QIS typically commences with the identification of a problem and subsequently employs various tools and methods to address these problems. Conversely, IS begins with a solution grounded in evidence and seeks to integrate evidence-based practices (EBP) into routine usage through diverse implementation frameworks to solve problems. This discussion aims to compare these frameworks and present a case study regarding the management of asthma exacerbations across departments within a tertiary care hospital, thereby illustrating how these approaches can collaboratively enhance health outcomes.
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