Mosaic Insights
A space to navigate complexity, explore implementation and facilitate innovation in healthcare
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Welcome to Mosaic Insights
Mosaic Insights is where I share evidence-informed reflections on clinical practice, teamwork and system change. It’s written for health professionals and leaders who want to stay thoughtful, effective and well in complex health systems.
If you’re new here, this introductory post explains what you can expect, how to use these articles in your work, and why I created Mosaic Insights.
Read this firstAfter that, feel free to explore the latest blogs below.
Sharon Mickan has worked across clinical practice, academic and leadership positions in Australia and internationally for over 30 years.
Mosaic Health Consulting supports clinicians and teams to think clearly, collaborate effectively, and lead sustainable improvement.
When clinicians apply implementation science strategies to plan and deliver clinical improvements, the ripple effect reaches far beyond healthcare organisations.
Patients stand to gain the most, as care becomes more effective, efficient, and tailored to their needs.
Let’s explore how you can use i...
Is there a gap between what we know about innovation in healthcare and what we experience in practice?
When was the last time you felt genuinely excited about a new innovation designed to improve your health?
Over the past decade, innovation in healthcare has been a hot topic, surrounded by both e...
As health clinicians, you know firsthand how challenging it can be to translate research evidence into meaningful improvements in clinical care.
Let’s explore three common pain points and consider a path forward.
1. Inherent challenge of research evidence
Research often unfolds in controlled,...
What exactly is innovation in healthcare?
As a current or aspiring leader, how do you define innovation, and why is it important in your workplace and career?
These are critical questions that can be challenging to answer.
First, it's important to recognise that the definition of innovation varie...
Why is research relevant?
As health professionals, staying updated with the latest research is a crucial part of delivering high-quality care. Yet, finding research evidence can be challenging and applying it effectively to your practice can often feel overwhelming.
With so much information widely...
What is systems thinking?
Systems thinking is a theoretical framework that helps leaders become better problem solvers by promoting a holistic approach to complex issues. Unlike traditional top-down management, systems thinking encourages leaders to visualise how different parts of a system relate ...
