The theory and practice of integrative health care governance: The case of New Zealand's alliances. Issue 1 (13th February 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gauld, Robin
• Is Part Of: Journal of integrated care. Volume 25:Issue 1(2017)
• Page Start: 61
• Page End: 72
• Publication Date: 2017-02-13
• Subjects: Integrated pathways -- Governance -- Integrated care -- Integrated healthcare -- Shared governance; Integrated delivery of health care -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; Community health services -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
• DOI: 10.1108/JICA-10-2016-0035
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1476-9018

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to outline the theory and practice of governance for integrated care, using the case of New Zealand's healthcare alliances. Design/methodology/approach: This is descriptive analysis. Findings: Alliance governance provides considerable scope for bringing health professional together to focus on whole system approaches to care design. As such, it facilitates care integration. Research limitations/implications: This is a descriptive review. Originality/value: Descriptions of alliance governance in New Zealand and in general are rare in the literature. This paper fills this gap.