BACKGROUND: A Knee Infection Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting was established in Exeter. This study was designed to qualitatively evaluate the impact of the MDT on those involved. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Semi-structured interviews of all members of the MDT at Exeter were undertaken and analysed using Nvivo software. Data was coded to identify common patterns and trends. RESULTS: The common themes identified were improved communication and standardisation of care. The main challenges identified were the timing of the meetings and funding. CONCLUSION: This study has used established qualitative techniques to evaluate the impact of the Exeter Knee Infection MDT.
BACKGROUND: A Knee Infection Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting was established in Exeter. This study was designed to qualitatively evaluate the impact of the MDT on those involved. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Semi-structured interviews of all members of the MDT at Exeter were undertaken and analysed using Nvivo software. Data was coded to identify common patterns and trends. RESULTS: The common themes identified were improved communication and standardisation of care. The main challenges identified were the timing of the meetings and funding. CONCLUSION: This study has used established qualitative techniques to evaluate the impact of the Exeter Knee Infection MDT.
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Authors: Helen Barratt; Simon Turner; Andrew Hutchings; Elena Pizzo; Emma Hudson; Tim Briggs; Rob Hurd; Jamie Day; Rachel Yates; Panagiotis Gikas; Stephen Morris; Naomi J Fulop; Rosalind Raine Journal: BMC Health Serv Res Date: 2017-01-23 Impact factor: 2.655