Identification of competences in regional health network management

Abstract Background Aim of Com.HeNet is among others to identify competences which are needed implement and manage a health network on regional level in European countries. Description All participating countries have used the same method for data gathering. Templates terms guidelines were developed uniformly. First, structured literature search was conducted gather regarding circumstances, structures challenges relation RHNM. Relevant existing papers, reports officially released documents from public facilities or e.g. governmental authorities been included. Grey online websites resources also accessed. The second represents semi-structured guided expert interviews. interview guideline by experts (n = 10) divers fields Public Health, Sport science Management. Afterwards pre-testing guideline, relevant stakeholders diverse fields, interviewed Health Promotion, clinical services, politics, practitioners research. Overall n 33 interviews carried out [Austria 5, Bulgaria Germany Hungary =5, Spain= 6, Poland =7]. transcribed analysed. statements evaluated summarizing analysis homogeneity / diversity quantity various opinions. results incorporated uniform predefined template (competence profile). Conclusions Semi-structured/ represent suitable required management. Desktop research appropriate support qualitative Main message mix two methods as well international views respective positive value project.