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Commissioning conferences: a consultative approach to purchasing

H Stoddart1, D J Mathew, S Atkinson

  • 1South East London Health Authority.

British Journal of Hospital Medicine
|July 13, 1994
PubMed
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South East London Health Authority pioneered commissioning conferences in 1991 to improve healthcare purchasing. The initial conference focused on developing a diabetes mellitus service specification through structured consultation.

Area of Science:

  • Health Services Research
  • Public Health Policy
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Healthcare authorities face challenges in effective service procurement.
  • The need for structured patient and expert input in service development is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate the 'commissioning conferences' process.
  • To develop a service specification for diabetes mellitus care.

Main Methods:

  • Development of the 'commissioning conferences' methodology.
  • Structured consultation with 120 local residents and 15 independent experts.
  • Application of the process to define diabetes mellitus service needs.

Main Results:

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  • Successfully produced a service specification for diabetes mellitus.
  • Demonstrated a structured approach to consulting diverse stakeholders.
  • Established a precedent for collaborative healthcare service planning.

    • Conclusions:

    • Commissioning conferences offer a viable framework for healthcare service purchasing.
    • Involving local people and experts enhances the relevance and quality of service specifications.
    • This model can be adapted for developing specifications for various health conditions.