The Essential Implementation podcast has released two new episodes delving into the evolving landscape of implementation science, a field crucial for translating research into real-world healthcare improvements. The episodes, released on February 3rd and 10th, 2025, tackle pressing issues and offer insights from leading experts.
“Are We Ready For a Change in Implementation Science?”
This episode addresses the pivotal moment implementation science faces as it transitions from its formative years to a more mature phase. The podcast, examines the field’s origins in the late 1990s and the subsequent development of over 170 implementation frameworks.
Listeners are taken on a journey through the challenges of applying theoretical models to complex healthcare settings, highlighting the persistent gap between theory and practice. The episode explores emerging solutions, including methodological pluralism and rapid, adaptive research approaches. A significant portion of the discussion is dedicated to the future of implementation science education, emphasizing the need for transformation to better equip practitioners.
Key takeaways include:
- The need to bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical application.
- The importance of adaptive approaches in complex healthcare environments.
- The evolving role of implementation science education.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in healthcare innovation, evidence-based practice, and implementation science.
“The Trust Factor: Key to Implementation Success”
This episode emphasise the critical role of trust in achieving successful healthcare outcomes.
Featuring insights from experts like Dr. Allison Metz and implementation support practitioners, the podcast explores theoretical models of trust in healthcare settings and provides strategies for building trust within implementation teams. Case studies illustrating “push” versus “pull” implementation approaches are also presented.
Listeners will learn how to:
- Foster trust and psychological safety in healthcare teams.
- Balance technical and relational aspects of implementation.
- Improve healthcare outcomes through strategic trust-building.
This episode is essential for anyone interested in change management and the human element of implementation science.
Both episodes are available on the “Essential Implementation” podcast platform and encourage listeners to engage with the content through likes, subscriptions, and comments.
About Essential Implementation:
The “Essential Implementation” podcast is dedicated to exploring the latest trends and best practices in implementation science, providing valuable insights for healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers.
For training information:
If you are part of a UK Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), part of the Yorkshire Humber Applied Research Collaboration (YHARC) or a YHARC member please contact Elouise.Ryhde@yhia.nhs.uk as there are free places available. If you are from an alternative organisation or outside of any ARC please visit my website www.essentialimplementation.com
