What factors are associated with the research productivity of primary care researchers in Canada? A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research evidence to inform primary care policy and practice is essential for building high-performing primary care systems. Nevertheless, research output relating to primary care remains low worldwide. This study describes the factors associated with the research productivity of primary care researchers.

Methods

A qualitative, descriptive key informant study approach was used to conduct semi-structured interviews with twenty-three primary care researchers across Canada. Qualitative data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis.

Results

Twenty-three primary care researchers participated in the study. An interplay of personal (psychological characteristics, gender, race, parenthood, education, spousal occupation, and support), professional (mentorship

SUBMITTER: Aggarwal M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10908166 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature