The difference between research, quality improvement, service evaluation and audit in healthcare

This presentation offers a simple overview of the differences between a research study, quality improvement project, service evaluation and audit. Practical examples are given that are helpful for any healthcare professional preparing for interviews or aspiring to improve quality care in the future. Check out the other videos on my 'Quality Improvement and Change Management' playlist, see link below:

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[KimHerms]

Hello Carol Forde-Johnston,
Thank you for your wonderful overview and insights in UK healthcare system! Even though I am not from the healthcare area, I find your insight into the differentiation of the various terms very helpful!

I am from Germany and taking a graduate course on research and evaluation in education at Arizona State University, USA and we are currently discussing the differences between evaluation and research.

I consider the boundaries to be very fluid and think they are mutually dependent and agree with you, that research and evaluation have strong overlappings in the systematic approach and the use of different methods.

However, I see a fundamental difference in the interest in knowledge and the desired result of research and evaluations and the impact on decisions.
Given your background, do you see a difference in the effectiveness or impact of research or evaluation? Especially in the field of evaluation, there is often the risk of a political influence by e.g. decision makers. Can this experience also be transferred to the health care sector?

I would be very interested in your thoughts!
Best regards
Kim Herms