The overarching framework of translation and integration into healthcare: A case for the LAL model

  • Jonathan A. Lal*
  • , Servaas A. Morré
  • , Angela Brand
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Background: Recently, there has been a substantial increase in relevant genome-based technologies into market. Compared with its utilization in healthcare systems, we notice a huge gap. In order to address this bottleneck, we previously developed the Learning-Adapting-Leveling (LAL) model. Aim: In this article, we aim to demonstrate the overarching reach of the model for translation to market and implementation into healthcare systems moving towards personalized healthcare. Methods: We use qualitative logical reasoning with the LAL model as a reference. Results: We found that technology transfer, health needs assessment, health technology assessment and health impact assessment are justified for their inclusion. In addition, the public health wheel is justified as a good reference frame along with value of information. Conclusion: We conclude that as the LAL model covers all dimensions and tools for translation and implementation in a defined method; it can therefore be considered as the overarching framework for translation and implementation into healthcare.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)41-62
Number of pages22
JournalPersonalized Medicine
Volume11
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 01-2014

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Medicine
  • Molecular Medicine
  • Pharmacology

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