Volume 9, Number 3, April 2002

The evidence for guideline implementation strategies
Irwin Nazareth

There is an enormous gap between the publication of new evidence and its clinical implementations. Research on interventions that are designed to change professionals’ clinical behaviour is detailed here: specific generic interventions, interventions specific to cardiovascular medicine, and continuing medical education. Barriers to change include information problems, stress and inertia. Further research and evaluation are required.

Br J Cardiol 2002;9:11-14.

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