Evaluation
Evaluation is a systematic determination of a subject's merit, worth and significance, using criteria governed by a set of standards. It can assist an organization, program, project or any other intervention or initiative to assess any aim, realisable concept/proposal, or any alternative, to help in decision-making; or to ascertain the degree of achievement or value in regard to the aim and objectives and results of any such action that has been completed.
Definition[edit | edit source]
The primary definition of evaluation in a medical context is the determination of the value or worth of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure or program. This can be done through a variety of methods, including clinical trials, observational studies, and systematic reviews.
Types of Evaluation[edit | edit source]
There are several types of evaluation that can be used in a medical context, including:
- Formative Evaluation: This type of evaluation is used during the development or improvement of a program or procedure. It involves collecting information on needs, preferences, and tasks to be accomplished.
- Summative Evaluation: This type of evaluation is used to assess the quality and effectiveness of a program or procedure at its conclusion. It involves collecting information on outcomes and impacts.
- Process Evaluation: This type of evaluation is used to monitor and document program implementation and can aid in understanding the relationship between specific program elements and program outcomes.
- Outcome Evaluation: This type of evaluation measures program effects in the target population by assessing the progress in the outcomes that the program is to address.
Importance of Evaluation[edit | edit source]
Evaluation in medicine is important for a number of reasons:
- It provides a way to determine the effectiveness of a treatment or intervention.
- It can help to identify areas where improvements can be made.
- It can provide evidence to support the use of a particular treatment or intervention.
- It can help to ensure that resources are being used effectively and efficiently.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Clinical Trials
- Observational Studies
- Systematic Reviews
- Formative Evaluation
- Summative Evaluation
- Process Evaluation
- Outcome Evaluation
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