ERIC Number: EJ1151572
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Publication Date: 2017-Aug
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Mobilising Knowledge in Complex Health Systems: A Call to Action
Holmes, Bev J.; Best, Allan; Davies, Huw; Hunter, David; Kelly, Michael P.; Marshall, Martin; Rycroft-Malone, Joanne
Evidence & Policy: A Journal of Research, Debate and Practice, v13 n3 p539-560 Aug 2017
Worldwide, policymakers, health system managers, practitioners and researchers struggle to use evidence to improve policy and practice. There is growing recognition that this challenge relates to the complex systems in which we work. The corresponding increase in complexity-related discourse remains primarily at a theoretical level. This paper moves the discussion to a practical level, proposing actions that can be taken to implement evidence successfully in complex systems. Key to success is working with, rather than trying to simplify or control, complexity. The integrated actions relate to co-producing knowledge, establishing shared goals and measures, enabling leadership, ensuring adequate resourcing, contributing to the science of knowledge-to-action, and communicating strategically.
Descriptors: Health Programs, Health Services, Policy Formation, Praxis, Systems Approach, Knowledge Management, Case Studies, Evidence Based Practice, Partnerships in Education, Foreign Countries
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada; United Kingdom (England)
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