Publications by authors named "Antony Dowell"
Aims: This study explores the use of evidence-based guidelines by New Zealand general practitioners, and describes strategies developed to overcome identified barriers in the New Zealand setting.
Methods: In-depth, semi-structured interviews with a purposeful sample of New Zealand guideline stakeholders including policy makers and general practitioners. Data were analysed using inductive thematic analysis.
Aims: The aims of this study were to measure baseline use of Ottawa ankle rules (OAR), validate the OAR and, if appropriate, explore the impact of implementing the Rules on X-ray rates in a primary care, after hours medical centre setting.
Methods: General practitioners (GPs) were surveyed to find their awareness of ankle injury guidelines. Data concerning diagnosis and X-ray utilisation were collected prospectively for patients presenting with ankle injuries to two after hours medical centres.