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Article Title: Using an Integrated Knowledge Translation (IKT) Approach to Enable Policy Change for Electronic Consultations in Canada.
Authors: Liddy, Clare; Moroz, Isabella; Joschko, Justin; Horsley, Tanya; Kuziemsky, Craig; Burns, Katharina Kovacs; Kossey, Sandi; Mitera, Gunita; Keely, Erin
Journal: Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante Volume 14 Issue 1
Date of Publication:2018
Abstract:
This paper explores our efforts to support the expansion of a regional electronic consultation (eConsult) service on a national level by addressing potential policy barriers. We used an integrated knowledge translation (IKT) strategy based on five key activities leading to a National eConsult Policy Think Tank meeting: (1) identifying potential policy enablers and barriers; (2) engaging national and provincial/territorial partners; (3) including patient voices; (4) undertaking co-design and planning; and (5) adopting a solution-based approach. We successfully leveraged a diverse set of stakeholders in strategic discussions, culminating in actionable suggestions for next steps, which will serve to inform a national implementation strategy.