Background and Goal: This study marks the 50th anniversary of the North American Primary Care Research Group (NAPCRG)—the premiere primary care research organization, particularly in family medicine—by examining social connections among members.
Study Approach: Researchers used social network analysis to characterize individual members and the relational structure among NAPCRG community members.
The study invited 5,905 current and past NAPCRG members and participants. The survey, based on the validated Program to Analyze, Record, and Track Networks to Enhance Relationships (PARTNER) Tool, assessed engagement, relationships, and benefits derived from NAPCRG involvement.
Main Results:
Why It Matters This study underscores the importance of professional networks in driving scientific success and highlights the need for continued support and development of these connections.
Fifty Years of Connection: Characterizing the Social Network of a Primary Care Research Organization
Sarah Gebauer, MD, MSPH, et al
SLUCare Academic Pavilion, Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Missouri
The Fiftieth Anniversary Planning Committee, NAPCRG, Leawood, Kansas
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The Annals of Family Medicine
Study Examines the Impact of Social Connections and Professional Networks of NAPCRG Members in Driving Scientific Success
22-Jul-2024