The experience of an innovative interdisciplinary model of primary care delivery in changing organizational dynamics: a grounded theory study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Changing dynamics are pushing institutions to focus on care delivery innovation. To address the shortage of general practitioners (GPs), an Italian health district recently introduced a new primary care model called Primary Health Point (PHP) to provide primary integrated care to its population.

Aim

To investigate the healthcare professionals' (HCPs) experience regarding the introduction of the PHP and to describe its process of care delivery.

Methods

Qualitative study design with a grounded theory approach and convenience sampling. Interviews were conducted using a semi structured guide to explore the experience of HCPs working at the PHP. The development of open coding was followed by the creation of categories. The analysis was conducted utilizing NViv

SUBMITTER: Mezzalira E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11883782 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature