Assessing new technology: how are other hospitals facing the challenge?
A VHA West Coast survey of 19 hospitals shows several key components aid successful new technology assessment programs, including: A multidisciplinary committee structure that includes substantial clinical representation Set criteria and protocols for technology evaluation Strong integration with the hospital's strategic plan.
Rosenstein
Alan H
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VHA West Coast, Pleasanton, Calif., USA. arosenst@vha.com
O'Daniel
Michelle
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Geoghan
Karen
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D002140:California; D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D006788:Hospitals, Voluntary / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D010934:Planning Techniques; D011367:Professional Staff Committees; D013673:Technology Assessment, Biomedical / Q000379:methods*; D014481:United States