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ArticleBMC health services research2020

The rise of rapid implementation: a worked example of solving an existing problem with a new method by combining concept analysis with a systematic integrative review.

James Smith, Frances Rapport, Tracey A O'Brien, Stephanie Smith, Vanessa J Tyrrell, Emily V A Mould, Janet C Long, Hossai Gul, Jeremy Cullis, Jeffrey Braithwaite

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Article in BMC health services research, 2020. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 32 papers.

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10 authors.

James SmithCentre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science, Australian Institute for Health Innovation, Macquarie University, Level 6, 75 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW, 2109, Australia. jim.smith@mq.edu.au.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0448-8774
Frances RapportCentre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science, Australian Institute for Health Innovation, Macquarie University, Level 6, 75 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW, 2109, Australia.
Tracey A O'BrienFaculty of Medicine, School of Women's and Children's Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Stephanie SmithNuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology & Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
Vanessa J TyrrellLowy Cancer Research Centre, Children's Cancer Institute, University of New South Wales, C25/9 High Street, University of New South Wales, Kensington NSW, Sydney, 2750, Australia.
Emily V A MouldLowy Cancer Research Centre, Children's Cancer Institute, University of New South Wales, C25/9 High Street, University of New South Wales, Kensington NSW, Sydney, 2750, Australia.
Janet C LongCentre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science, Australian Institute for Health Innovation, Macquarie University, Level 6, 75 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW, 2109, Australia.
Hossai GulCentre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science, Australian Institute for Health Innovation, Macquarie University, Level 6, 75 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW, 2109, Australia.
Jeremy CullisClinical librarian, Information Access and Advisory Services, Macquarie University Library, Macquarie University, 16 Macquarie Walk, North Ryde, NSW, 2109, Australia.
Jeffrey BraithwaiteCentre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science, Australian Institute for Health Innovation, Macquarie University, Level 6, 75 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW, 2109, Australia.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe concept of rapid implementation has emerged in the literature recently, but without a precise definition. Further exploration is required to distinguish the concept's unique meanings and significance from the perspective of implementation science. The study clarifies the concept of rapid implementation and identifies its attributes, antecedents, and consequences. We present a theoretical definition of rapid implementation to clarify its unique meaning and characteristics.

methodsRodgers evolutionary concept analysis method, combined with a systematic integrative review, were used to clarify the concept of rapid implementation. A comprehensive search of four databases, including EMBASE, MEDLINE, SCOPUS, and WEB OF SCIENCE was conducted, as well as relevant journals and reference lists of retrieved studies. After searching databases, 2442 papers were identified from 1963 to 2019; 24 articles were found to fit the inclusion criteria to capture data on rapid implementation from across healthcare settings in four countries. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive thematic analysis.

resultsThe results locate the introduction of rapid implementation, informed by implementation science. Guidance for further conceptualisation to bridge the gap between research and practice and redefine rigour, adapting methods used (current approaches, procedures and frameworks), and challenging clinical trial design (efficacy-effectiveness-implementation pipeline) is provided.

conclusionsIt is possible that we are on the cusp of a paradigm shift within implementation brought about by the need for faster results into practice and policy. Researchers can benefit from a deeper understanding of the rapid implementation concept to guide future implementation of rapid actionable results in clinical practice.

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Implementation ScienceConcept FormationDelivery of Health CareHumansProblem SolvingSystematic Reviews as TopicConcept analysisHealthcareImplementationImplementation scienceRapid implementationSystematic integrative review

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PMID32438909
PMCPMC7240003

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