Improving Maternal Health Care: The Next Generation of Research on Quality, Content, and Use of Services. Conference Summary Report Held in Warrenton, Virginia on September 18-19, 2000

摘要

In an effort to develop a conceptual framework for the next generation of research on the quality, content, and use of maternal health care services, experts from various disciplines and representatives from five Department of Health and Human Service agencies identified research gaps and priorities for research. A call to develop a rigorous science knowledge base and to enhance the research infrastructure resonated throughout the discussion. The panel identified a rich array of priorities. It is hoped that with continued dedicated effort these recommendations will lay the groundwork for the next generation of research on maternal health.