Health services research
Health services research is a multidisciplinary field of scientific investigation that studies how social factors, financing systems, organizational structures and processes, health technologies, and personal behaviors affect access to health care, the quality and cost of health care, and ultimately our health and well-being. Its research domains are individuals, families, organizations, institutions, communities, and populations.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Health services research is a multidisciplinary field that uses qualitative and quantitative methods to investigate the organization, delivery, and financing of health care. The goal of health services research is to identify the most effective ways to organize, manage, finance, and deliver high quality care and improve patient safety and outcomes.
History[edit | edit source]
The field of health services research was developed in the 1960s as a result of public interest in improving health care delivery and outcomes. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) have been key players in the development and funding of health services research.
Research Methods[edit | edit source]
Health services researchers use a variety of research methods, including epidemiology, biostatistics, sociology, economics, and behavioral science. These methods are used to study the complex systems of health care delivery and to identify strategies for improving the quality and effectiveness of care.
Impact[edit | edit source]
Health services research has had a significant impact on health care policy and practice. It has led to improvements in the quality and safety of care, increased patient satisfaction, and reduced health care costs. Health services research also informs health policy decisions and helps to guide the development of new health care delivery models.
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