The research process begins with the application of a modified Delphi method to identify and prioritize key research areas. This method involves several iterative rounds of surveys and feedback to reach a consensus among a panel of experts.
Utilizing the Modified Delphi Method to Identify Research Priorities
Selecting Chairs to Guide and Refine Research Direction
To ensure effective guidance and refinement of the research direction, we select chairs who will guide the research process for each topic. Each chair’s expertise aligns with the needs of the research team and the nature of the project.
Leveraging the Expertise of Key Thought Leaders and Future of Health Membership
We engage key thought leaders and the broader membership of the Future of Health community throughout the research process. Their involvement ensures the research is grounded in practical insights and addresses real-world challenges.
Culmination with a Published Manuscript
The research process culminates in the publication of a manuscript for each identified research priority.
Emerging & Future Health Professions
Adapting and Innovating in Healthcare Workforce Development
This topic examines how global health systems are evolving to meet modern healthcare demands by developing new roles and integrating advanced skills like data analysis and genomic integration. It emphasizes the expansion and diversification of traditional roles through innovative strategies, empowering professionals to effectively address contemporary and future challenges.
Patient Safety
Empowering Patient Safety Worldwide: Innovating Solutions for Progress and Prevention
This topic will explore novel strategies for enhancing global patient safety. Despite evidence indicating stagnant progress in preventing patient harm, this research will investigate innovative methods to reverse declining infection rates and examine technology's potential role in safeguarding patients.
Reseach Methodology Process
JAN
Submit ideas for research topics
FEB
MAR
Research topics selected
Select co-chairs for research topics
APR
MAY
Scoping; develop briefs on focus area based on literature review
JUN
Shaping; virtual FOH member workgroup meetings
Global non-FOH expert focused workgroup meetings
AUG
SEP
Research team prepares summary of insights from workgroup meetings
Virtual FOH community meeting in preparation for the Summit
OCT
In-person discussions at the FOH Summit
NOV
DEC
Summary of insights from the FOH Summit
Previous Years Topics
2023
1. Creating learning systems at scale
2. Population Based Healthcare Systems
2022
1. Moving to healthcare without an address
2. Equitable access to healthcare
3. The future of health data
2021
1. Health system accountability across continuum of care
2. Scaling adoption of innovations in healthcare
3. Healthcare workforce of the future
2020
From FUTURE HOSPITAL to FUTURE OF HEALTH
2019
1. Innovation and artificial intelligence
2. Research and education
3. Learning networks and personalized health
2018
1. The evolving role of the leading hospitals and hospital systems
2. Developing medical professions and new professional roles
3. The role of leading hospitals in expanding community-based patient care