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Fourth Generation Evaluation of Health Services: Exploring a Methodology That Offers Equal Voice to Consumer and Professional Stakeholders

King’s College London, University of London, in England

Jane V. Appleton

University of Hertfordshire in England

This article explores the need for a clear understanding of fourth generation evaluation as a necessary requirement for those hoping to achieve an effective analysis of health services. The weaknesses of the traditional approaches to evaluation are fully examined so that an effective choice of evaluation methodology can be made. Current health service thinking highlights the need to recognize the importance of both consumer and professional stakeholders, allowing each an equal voice. The authors aim to assist evaluators to select a methodology that will be the most effective medium for allowing this to occur.

Qualitative Health Research, Vol. 9, No. 5, 698-710 (1999)
DOI: 10.1177/104973299129122072


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