Review of social networks of professionals in healthcare settings-where are we and what else is needed?

ABSTRACT:

Background

Social Network Analysis (SNA) demonstrates great potential in exploring health professional relationships and improving care delivery, but there is no comprehensive overview of its utilization in healthcare settings. This review aims to provide an overview of the current state of knowledge regarding the use of SNA in understanding health professional relationships in different countries.

Methods

We conducted an umbrella review by searching eight academic databases and grey literature up to April 30, 2021, enhanced by citation searches. We completed study selection, data extraction and quality assessment using predetermined criteria. The information abstracted from the reviews was synthesized quantitatively, qualitatively and narratively.

Results

Thirteen re

SUBMITTER: Hu H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8642762 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature