Open AccessModel for a Patient‐Centered Comparative Effectiveness Research Center
Author(s) -
Costlow Monica R.,
Landsittel Douglas P.,
James A. Everette,
Kahn Jeremy M.,
Morton Sally C.
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
clinical and translational science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.303
H-Index - 44
eISSN - 1752-8062
pISSN - 1752-8054
DOI - 10.1111/cts.12257
Subject(s) - comparative effectiveness research , center (category theory) , stakeholder , stakeholder engagement , research center , medical education , medicine , computer science , knowledge management , alternative medicine , public relations , political science , chemistry , pathology , crystallography
This special report describes the systematic approach the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) undertook in creating an infrastructure for comparative effectiveness and patient‐centered outcomes research resources. We specifically highlight the administrative structure, communication and training opportunities, stakeholder engagement resources, and support services offered.