Process evaluation of a pilot evidence-based Polycystic Ovary Syndrome clinic in the Torres Strait.

Objective: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic endocrine syndrome in reproductive-aged women which is very common among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. The objective of this study was to conduct a process evaluation of a pilot clinic on Thursday Island which aimed to provide a comprehensive evidence-based service for women with PCOS throughout the Torres Strait.

Design: Mixed-method evaluation at 12 months comprising a medical record audit, semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions.