RT Journal
A1 Greene SM, Mazor KM, Gallagher TH
T1 PArticipating in biomedical research
JF JAMA
JO JAMA
YR 2009
FD November 25
VO 302
IS 20
SP 2200
OP 2202
DO 10.1001/jama.2009.1717
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.2009.1717
AB 
Coincidentally, the Special Communication and the Institute of Medicine report on comparative effectiveness research2 were published simultaneously. Comparative effectiveness research examines features of medicine that could be modified to improve care, such as different treatment options. But it has become increasingly apparent that the behaviors of those involved in health care organization and delivery also affect outcomes. Understanding of the myriad factors beyond individual therapeutic choices that affect patient health is still limited. Progress will require the cooperation of clinicians, including not only general support for research but also being participants in research on their role in the health care system.