| Implementation of complementary interventions in the Netherlands: Experiences of pioneers. | |
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PMID: 22154866 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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OBJECTIVE: Although many Dutch patients desire integration of complementary interventions in conventional healthcare, implementation is in its infancy in the Netherlands. The objective of this study was to describe the implementation process of complementary interventions in Dutch healthcare organizations. METHODS: Data in this qualitative study were collected in two steps: by questionnaires and by interviews. In five organizations the project leader and a professional who provides the interventions participated in the study. RESULTS: Main facilitators for implementation are: enthusiasm and support of colleagues; appreciation of patients; effectiveness of the interventions; positive publications in media; possibility to link the project to objectives of the organization; and accessibility of the interventions. Main barriers for implementation are: ignorance and skepticism of professionals; lack of research; lack of budget; lack of integration of the interventions in daily practice. Participants developed strategies to overcome barriers and to exploit facilitators. CONCLUSION: Professionals play a leading role in the implementation of complementary interventions in Dutch healthcare organizations. They use several methods to deal with facilitators and barriers. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Organizations and professionals that aim to implement complementary interventions in their service may learn from experiences of pioneer organizations. |
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Authors:
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Susan Hupkens |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2011-12-9 |
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Title: Patient education and counseling Volume: - ISSN: 1873-5134 ISO Abbreviation: - Publication Date: 2011 Dec |
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Created Date: 2011-12-13 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8406280 Medline TA: Patient Educ Couns Country: - |
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Languages: ENG Pagination: - Citation Subset: - |
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Copyright © 2011 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved. |
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Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Centre of Expertise Innovations in Care, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. |
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