A national Delphi study: experiences of general practitioner (GP) trainees in the Republic of Ireland undertaking online small group learning as part of the GP Training Programme during COVID-19.

Introduction: During the COVID-19 pandemic, GP training day release was redirected from face-to-face to an online setting. With this study, our aim was to assess trainee experiences of online small group learning and to make recommendations with regards to future GP training.

Methods: A qualitative study using the Delphi survey technique, approved by the Irish College of General Practitioners (ICGP) Ethics Committee.

Implementation of the SMART MOVE intervention in primary care: a qualitative study using normalisation process theory.

Background: Problematic translational gaps continue to exist between demonstrating the positive impact of healthcare interventions in research settings and their implementation into routine daily practice. The aim of this qualitative evaluation of the SMART MOVE trial was to conduct a theoretically informed analysis, using normalisation process theory, of the potential barriers and levers to the implementation of a mhealth intervention to promote physical activity in primary care.

Methods: The study took place in the West of Ireland with recruitment in the community from the Clare Primary Care Network.