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The PhD in Translational Health Sciences Program is proud to announce the Dissertation Defense of:
PhD Candidate: Worlanyo Sosu-Sedzorme, MSc, RAC
An Explanatory Sequential Mixed Methods Study to Understand Stakeholder Collaboration in Precision Medicine
Dissertation Committee Chair: Gaetano R. Lotrecchiano, EdD, PhD
12 April 2024, 10 am EST
The concept of precision medicine involves tailoring treatment to the unique characteristics of each patient, including their genetics, environment, and lifestyle. This approach has demonstrated impressive progress in diagnosing and treating various health conditions and has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by making it more targeted and streamlined. Nevertheless, the successful integration of precision medicine into clinical practice requires collaboration among several stakeholders, although the exact nature of such collaboration is not yet fully understood.
This study used the Science of Team Science approach to understand stakeholder collaboration in precision medicine from the individual, team, and organizational perspectives. The study gathered quantitative and qualitative data from various stakeholders to gain insights into their experiences.
The study revealed that various factors influence successful collaboration, including personal motivations, expertise, abilities, and attitudes. However, systemic and organizational challenges can also impede collaboration. For example, lack of support from leadership and reimbursement-related issues can create obstacles. Stakeholders develop processes from their team interactions to overcome such barriers and improve teamwork. However, further work is necessary to improve collaboration outcomes in precision medicine. The study provides recommendations for strengthening stakeholder collaboration.