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Peer reviewedWeaver, Frances M. – Evaluation Practice, 1994
Simultaneous evaluations of the existing Department of Veterans' Affairs pharmaceutical distribution system and an alternative "prime vendor" distribution concept in the private sector were conducted. This review of the methodology illustrates the problems and advantages in conducting large multisite evaluations simultaneously. (SLD)
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Evaluation Methods, Hospitals, Pharmacy
Peer reviewedWeaver, Frances M.; And Others – Evaluation Review, 1993
Effectiveness of a new 72-hour delivery system (USXPRESS) for pharmaceuticals purchased by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from VA depots was evaluated by comparing 33 test sites with 11 matched sites using a pretest posttest quasiexperimental design. The USXPRESS system reduced inventory, decreased space needs, and satisfied service…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Delivery Systems, Pharmacy
Peer reviewedWeaver, Frances M.; And Others – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1994
The impact of a newly instituted prime vendor (wholesaler) pharmaceutical system at Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals was studied at 33 VA centers and 32 matched comparison hospitals. Results indicate satisfaction with the new system and illustrate the solutions to some interesting evaluation problems. (SLD)
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Problems, Health Services
