Implementation Science: Moving from Theory to Sustainability

grown exponentially in the past decade, but the “Holy Grail” of reducing the time from a research finding to adoption in routine care remains elusive. While researchers have offered dozens of implementation models, theories, and frameworks, few outline specific pathways or strategies for accelerating the movement of research from the academic shelf into the hands of patients and practitioners. Specific strategies that enhance quality improvement and implementation sustainability are vital for frontline providers who ultimately hold the key to sustaining evidence-based practices (EBPs).