Different models of informaticist services serve different functions

Clinical informaticist services with an academic dimension (the technical quality of evidence based answers) are best achieved within an academic environment, whereas those with a service dimension (the facilitation of questioning behaviour and implementation) require a developmental approach in which pragmatic service considerations are addressed. Greenhalgh and colleagues (p 524) used two informaticist projects in two different settings to describe and evaluate the two different models. The academic group provided general information and detailed guidance intended for those hoping to set up a similar service. The general practice group achieved a credible, acceptable, and sustainable service that engaged local practitioners.

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