Evidence‐Based Practice: Can This Help Joint Working?

Abstract

This article presents a qualitative analysis of three focus groups convened during a study day for health and social care professionals, which reveals a strong perception of a philosophical difference in approaches to professional practice. The prospect of health and social care professionals working more closely together is welcomed, and evidence‐based practice should be encouraged and financially supported. While established educational strategies can be deployed to respond to the conventional perceived barriers to working together, more innovative models are needed. The authors commend the model of Significant Event Auditing.

Citation

Sweeney, K., Stead, J. and Cosford, L. (2000), "Evidence‐Based Practice: Can This Help Joint Working?", Journal of Integrated Care, Vol. 8 No. 5, pp. 21-27. https://doi.org/10.1108/14769018200000040