Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations
Introduction: Goal oriented care (GOC) and its readiness for implementation has been described in scientific literature, but research on GOC implementation in primary care organisations is limited. This study aims to capture the experiences of primary care organisations in implementing GOC in their...
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| description | Introduction: Goal oriented care (GOC) and its readiness for implementation has been described in scientific literature, but research on GOC implementation in primary care organisations is limited. This study aims to capture the experiences of primary care organisations in implementing GOC in their context. Method: A qualitative study, with data triangulation, was conducted. Primary care organisations that experimented with the implementation of GOC in their context were followed. Data were analysed using inductive thematic analysis. Results: Seven themes supporting GOC implementation were identified. Project leaders from the primary care organisations experienced that related concepts can serve as a foundation for initiating the implementation of GOC. The implementation process is an iterative and reflective process, with resistance viewed as an integral part of the process, offering opportunities for reflection. Collaborating with partners, especially the active participation of patients, was seen as a facilitator. Furthermore, having a clear vision for GOC is necessary. Projects invested in adapting tools and processes to align with GOC and provided relevant training. Discussion and conclusion: The findings led to recommendations that can guide the implementation of future GOC projects. Effective implementation extends beyond the development and adaptation of tools; it requires translating theoretical concepts into practical application and creating a shared vision on GOC. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-84f94c99258342019bf01e59e1f9f01d2025-08-20T02:33:24ZengUbiquity PressInternational Journal of Integrated Care1568-41562025-05-01257710.5334/ijic.89838879Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care OrganisationsLotte Vanneste0https://orcid.org/0009-0000-7976-5150Isabelle Heymans1Jean-Luc Belche2https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1720-6289Ine Huybrechts3https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0288-1756Dominique Van de Velde4https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6982-1075Patricia De Vriendt5https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4861-7838Reini Haverals6https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4297-196XDagje Boeykens7https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4062-5748Sibyl Anthierens8https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4762-1907Pauline Boeckxstaens9https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0445-2533Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, GhentDepartment of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Liège, LiègeDepartment of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Liège, LiègeDepartment of Family Medicine and Population Health, University of Antwerp, Antwerp; Department of Family Medicine and Chronic Care, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, BrusselsDepartment of Rehabilitation Sciences, Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, GhentExpertise Centre Health and Care, Artevelde University of Applied Sciences, Ghent; Frailty in Ageing (FRIA) Research Group, Mental health and wellbeing (MENT) research group, Department of Gerontology, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, BrusselsDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, GhentDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent; Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, GhentDepartment of Family Medicine and Population Health, University of Antwerp, AntwerpDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, GhentIntroduction: Goal oriented care (GOC) and its readiness for implementation has been described in scientific literature, but research on GOC implementation in primary care organisations is limited. This study aims to capture the experiences of primary care organisations in implementing GOC in their context. Method: A qualitative study, with data triangulation, was conducted. Primary care organisations that experimented with the implementation of GOC in their context were followed. Data were analysed using inductive thematic analysis. Results: Seven themes supporting GOC implementation were identified. Project leaders from the primary care organisations experienced that related concepts can serve as a foundation for initiating the implementation of GOC. The implementation process is an iterative and reflective process, with resistance viewed as an integral part of the process, offering opportunities for reflection. Collaborating with partners, especially the active participation of patients, was seen as a facilitator. Furthermore, having a clear vision for GOC is necessary. Projects invested in adapting tools and processes to align with GOC and provided relevant training. Discussion and conclusion: The findings led to recommendations that can guide the implementation of future GOC projects. Effective implementation extends beyond the development and adaptation of tools; it requires translating theoretical concepts into practical application and creating a shared vision on GOC.https://account.ijic.org/index.php/up-j-ijic/article/view/8983goal-oriented careimplementationprimary careintegrated care |
| spellingShingle | Lotte Vanneste Isabelle Heymans Jean-Luc Belche Ine Huybrechts Dominique Van de Velde Patricia De Vriendt Reini Haverals Dagje Boeykens Sibyl Anthierens Pauline Boeckxstaens Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations International Journal of Integrated Care goal-oriented care implementation primary care integrated care |
| title | Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations |
| title_full | Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations |
| title_fullStr | Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations |
| title_full_unstemmed | Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations |
| title_short | Implementation of Goal-Oriented Care in Belgium: Experiences From 25 Primary Care Organisations |
| title_sort | implementation of goal oriented care in belgium experiences from 25 primary care organisations |
| topic | goal-oriented care implementation primary care integrated care |
| url | https://account.ijic.org/index.php/up-j-ijic/article/view/8983 |
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