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Clinical networks are a widely used strategy to engage clinicians and hospitals to implement quality improvement initiatives. So what makes some networks successful? This application will identify factors associated with successful networks by studying the 20 clinical networks of the NSW Greater Metropolitan Clinical Taskforce. The results from this study will inform the establishment and maintenance of clinical networks that effectively improve the quality of care
Evidence Based Targeting Of Statewide Strategies For Preventing Falls Among Community Dwelling Older People In Victoria
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$410,724.00
Summary
Falls are a significant threat to the safety, health and independence of our older citizens. The aim of this project is to enable a more effective policy response to the falls prevention challenge in Victoria. The proposed research is designed to under-pin a re-orientation and evaluation of the Department of Human Services’ falls prevention program by facilitating improved targeting of effective interventions, taking older peoples’ preferences into account and working with community agencies
Sydney Epilepsy Incidence Study To Measure Illness Consequences (SEISMIC)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$694,067.00
Summary
Epilepsy is common, costly and neglected. This study is a prospective cohort study of newly diagnosed cases of epilepsy and aims to fill clinical, psychosocial and economic knowledge gaps in epilepsy. The network will use this new evidence for policy recommendations and strategic plans, for health systems and guidelines to improve efficiency and care and to enlighten community-based support programs, education, driving and workplace legislation. This study was developed by a health service, Epil ....Epilepsy is common, costly and neglected. This study is a prospective cohort study of newly diagnosed cases of epilepsy and aims to fill clinical, psychosocial and economic knowledge gaps in epilepsy. The network will use this new evidence for policy recommendations and strategic plans, for health systems and guidelines to improve efficiency and care and to enlighten community-based support programs, education, driving and workplace legislation. This study was developed by a health service, Epilepsy Action, Epilepsy Society of Australia and the George Institute.Read moreRead less
A Perntership Intervention Trial To Redress TreatmentDelay And Improve Outcomes In Rural Cancer Patients
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,258,784.00
Summary
Improving the poor outcomes in Australian cancer patients living in rural and remote areas is a national priority, but there is as yet insufficient evidence on how the problem is best tackled. In this project, partner organisations that deliver cancer services in non-metropolitan WA will team with experienced researchers to develop a ‘best prospects’ package of interventions targeting the community, medical and other health practitioners and patients with cancer; and to evaluate the effectivenes ....Improving the poor outcomes in Australian cancer patients living in rural and remote areas is a national priority, but there is as yet insufficient evidence on how the problem is best tackled. In this project, partner organisations that deliver cancer services in non-metropolitan WA will team with experienced researchers to develop a ‘best prospects’ package of interventions targeting the community, medical and other health practitioners and patients with cancer; and to evaluate the effectiveness of the package using a scientifically valid randomised controlled trial.Read moreRead less
Measuring, Assessing And Explaining Hospital Performance
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$776,865.00
Summary
The performance of hospitals is an important issue for Australia. Increasingly, hospital performance is being managed using a number of policies, including case mix funding, pay for performance, and performance management frameworks linked to funding and other incentives. The aim of this research partnership is to improve the generation and use of knowledge to measure, understand and improve hospital performance in Australia.
Integrating Evidence Intopolicy And Sustainableservice Delivery: The Wobbly Hub And Double Spokes Model
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$825,458.00
Summary
Vast distances and workforce shortages limit access to health services in rural and remote NSW. The University of Sydney, NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care (DADHC) and University of Technology Sydney, will explore current issues and develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based policies for workforce utilisation in service delivery. Expected outcomes include increased access to allied health services in Western NSW and a sustainable program of policy monitoring and development.
Building Evidence To Improve The Quality And Acceptability Of Maternity Care
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$347,067.00
Summary
While most mothers can safely give birth at a local hospital, there are some mothers and babies who are identified as needing greater access to specialist care and sophisticated technologies. This project aims to determine the maternity populations who should be cared for at each of the hospital levels, ascertain the views of mothers and health care professionals about such role delineation and ensure the best use of resources for mothers and babies. Morris brings a good track record as well as ....While most mothers can safely give birth at a local hospital, there are some mothers and babies who are identified as needing greater access to specialist care and sophisticated technologies. This project aims to determine the maternity populations who should be cared for at each of the hospital levels, ascertain the views of mothers and health care professionals about such role delineation and ensure the best use of resources for mothers and babies. Morris brings a good track record as well as experience with both policy and practice organisationsRead moreRead less
Improving Health And Wellbeing In The Tasmanian State Service Workfoorce
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$886,921.00
Summary
Workplaces are increasingly being seen as important settings for health promotion interventions to promote health, prevent chronic disease, and improve workforce productivity. This project, which involves researchers at the University of Tasmania in partnership with the Tasmanian Government, aims to assess the effectiveness of a major health and wellbeing program (Healthy@Work) being delivered to all Tasmanian State Service employees and to guide the development of future programs.
Evaluation Of A Model For Assessment And Treatment Of HCV Among Injecting Drug Users In Opiate Pharmacotherapy Clinics.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,548,740.00
Summary
Hepatitis C (HCV) treatment uptake remains extremely low in Australia (2% of 204,000 people with chronic HCV per year). Barriers to HCV treatment are greatest among recovering and current injecting drug users. A large proportion of this population is receiving opiate pharmacotherapy, but few HCV treatment services have been developed in this context. The goal of this project is to evaluate an innovative model for the provision of assessment and treatment of HCV in opiate pharmacotherapy clinics