Understanding paramedic work in general practice in the UK: a rapid realist synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

General practice in the UK is under substantial pressure and practices are increasingly including paramedics as part of their workforce. Little is known about how different models of paramedic working may affect successful implementation of the role, as viewed from patient, clinician and system perspectives. This realist synthesis developed theories about 'models of paramedic working in general practice' in different UK contexts to understand their impact.

Methods

The rapid realist synthesis comprised data from: (1) empirical and grey literature searches; (2) semi-structured realist interviews with system leaders involved with the implementation of the role; and (3) a stakeholder event with healthcare professionals and the public, to develop initial programme theo

SUBMITTER: Stott H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10804758 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature