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Introduction and uptake of new medical technologies in the Australian health care system: A qualitative study

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  • Gallego, Gisselle
  • Casey, Robert
  • Norman, Richard
  • Goodall, Stephen

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The aim of this study was to explore the views and perceptions of stakeholders about the current national health technology assessment process conducted by the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC) and its role in the uptake and diffusion of new medical technologies in Australia.

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  • Gallego, Gisselle & Casey, Robert & Norman, Richard & Goodall, Stephen, 2011. "Introduction and uptake of new medical technologies in the Australian health care system: A qualitative study," Health Policy, Elsevier, vol. 102(2), pages 152-158.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:hepoli:v:102:y:2011:i:2:p:152-158
    DOI: 10.1016/j.healthpol.2011.04.003
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