Improvement and Implementation Science
Domain definition: To reduce avoidable variation in process and outcome and ensure the systematic uptake of research findings in a health system.
General Improvement & Implementation Science Resources
| Resource | Type | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Transforming Implementation and Improvement Into Science. Session 1: Identifying Your Implementation & Improvement Sciences Question | PowerPoint | Introductory |
| Fall 2018/2019 Session 1 Introduction to D&I research | PowerPoint | Introductory |
| Winter/Spring 2019 Workshop: Writing D&I proposals | PowerPoint | Intermediate |
| Module 1: Introduction to Dissemination & Implementation | Video | Introductory |
| Are You Ready for a Pragmatic Trial? The RAPT Model & Implementation Considerations | PowerPoint | Intermediate |
| Implementing Evidence in Healthcare Settings: Key Considerations | Video | Intermediate |
| Orientation to D&I Science Video | Video | Introductory |
| Reporting on the Strategies Needed to Implement Proven Interventions: An Example From a “Real-World” Cross -Setting Implementation Study. | Readings | Introductory |
Quality Improvement Methods
Competency defined: Demonstrate the ability to employ specific quality improvement methods to reduce avoidable variation in clinical processes and outcomes in routine practice.
| Resource | Type | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Winter D&I Series 2019 Session 1: Fidelity and Adaption | Readings | Intermediate |
| Learning Healthcare system modules: Module 5: Engagement and Community Building | Readings | Intermediate |
| Learning Healthcare system modules: Module 6: Data and Analytics | Readings | Intermediate |
Implementation Science Methods
Competency defined: Demonstrate the ability to employ specific implementation science or quality improvement methods to study and promote systematic uptake of research findings and other effective clinical interventions into routine practice
Scale-up, Spread, and Sustainment
Competency defined: Demonstrate knowledge regarding when to mount larger efforts to scale-up, spread, and sustain successful interventions based on strength of clinical evidence and organizational and provider readiness to change and adopt interventions.
| Resource | Type | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics of Improvement. Session 1: Planning for Improvement-Overview | PowerPoint | Intermediate |
| Winter D&I Series 2019 Session 4: Dissemination Strategies | PowerPoint | Intermediate |
| Dissemination Strategies for Health Services Researchers |
PowerPoint | Intermediate |