Hi Rob,

I am also doing a realist synthesis project. I would second Dr. Randell's comments. It's a big undertaking. To give you an idea I have added my reading list. I would highly recommend all of Pawson's books when trying to develop your theories.

You will gain some examples from publications, see Rycroft-Malone. I would also snowball from the reference lists if you need more lit. :-) Enjoy!

Kindest Regards,

Nesta Roberts

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> Date: Tue, 26 Jan 2016 12:52:58 +0000
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> Subject: constructing programme theories
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> Hello All
>
> I am new to the site and would be grateful for any advice
>
> I am a new PhD student and am undertaking a realist review as part of my year one activities
>
> I would like advice with regards to constructing my 'programme theories'
>
> My topic is the implementation of a novel physiotherapy service for patients with musculoskeletal complaints in primary care, as an alternative to normal GP care
>
> I am expecting to expose issues around:
> Patients- expectations, beliefs about hierarchy in health professions, understanding of medicine, understanding of physiotherapy
> Policy- local and national agendas politically, institutional agendas
> Professions- professionalization
> Clinical service delivery- efficacy, evidence
>
> I'm just at a bit of an impasse with regards to realizing my programme theories as nowhere seems to directly describe the process!
>
> Any advice/ examples of the process very welcome
>
> Regards
>
> Rob