Health Services Research (HSR) is a field of study that examines how people access healthcare, the costs of healthcare, and the outcomes of healthcare services. It aims to identify the most effective and efficient ways to organize, manage, finance, and deliver high-quality healthcare. HSR involves various disciplines, including epidemiology, sociology, economics, and clinical research, and often utilizes both qualitative and quantitative methods.
The primary goals of health services research are to improve the quality of care, enhance patient safety, evaluate the performance of health systems, and inform policy decisions. It addresses questions related to healthcare delivery, the effectiveness of treatments and interventions, disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, and the impact of health policies on populations. Through its findings, HSR contributes to the development of evidence-based practices that can enhance the health of individuals and communities.
A recent investigation explored the effects of seniors being homebound on their healthcare utilization and mortality rates. Bruce Leff, M.D., along with a team of researchers, conducted a comprehensive analysis…