Transferability of the NHS low‐calorie diet programme: A qualitative exploration of factors influencing the programme's transfer ahead of wide‐scale adoption
Authors' conclusion
Referral strategies to reach underrepresented groups should be considered during programme transfer, along with timely data from service providers on access and programme benefits. A choice of delivery models may optimise uptake. Knowledge sharing between sites on good working practices is encouraged, including increasing engagement with key stakeholders.
Study context
- Population
- Stakeholders implementing the NHS low-calorie diet (LCD) Programme in pilot sites (health service leads, referring health professionals, programme deliverers); programme for people living with excess weight and T2D25 interviews
- Outcome
- Transferability of the NHS LCD Programme prior to wider adoption
Methodological detailssemi-structured stakeholder interviews, PIET-T model-guided deductive coding, Participant (people living with T2D) interviews reported separately
- Semi-structured stakeholder interviews
- PIET-T model-guided deductive coding
- Participant (people living with T2D) interviews reported separately
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Factors influencing programme transfer (PIET-T themes)
- Population: referral strategies in some areas lacked consideration of population characteristics; many believed a choice of delivery model would promote acceptability and accessibility
- Intervention: stakeholders had confidence in the programme due to the robust evidence base and anecdotal evidence, but some felt the complex referral process hindered engagement from GP practices
- Environment: barriers to access included language and learning difficulties
- Transferability: multidisciplinary working and effective communication supported successful implementation
Original publication
Transferability of the NHS low‐calorie diet programme: A qualitative exploration of factors influencing the programme's transfer ahead of wide‐scale adoption. Diabet Med. Published 31 May 2024. doi:10.
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