Leadership in Primary Care Research
Author Information
Author(s): Furler John, Cleland Jennifer, Del Mar Chris, Hanratty Barbara, Kadam Umesh, Lasserson Daniel, McCowan Colin, Magin Parker, Mitchell Caroline, Qureshi Nadeem, Rait Greta, Steel Nick, van Driel Mieke, Ward Alison
Hypothesis
How can primary care research be strengthened to meet the increasing demands of healthcare?
Conclusion
Primary care research is now well placed to lead a broad revitalization of academic medicine.
Supporting Evidence
- Primary care research has benefited from passionate leaders and significant investment.
- There is a need for more research to support clinical practice in primary care.
- Primary care research can lead to direct changes in practice.
Takeaway
Primary care research is important for helping doctors and patients, and we need strong leaders to make it even better.
Methodology
Review of recent developments supporting primary care clinical research.
Limitations
Primary care research output remains relatively low and often lacks evidence to support clinical practice.
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