The What is …? series aims to demystify some of the terminology, techniques and practices used to assess and act upon clinical and economic evidence in healthcare. It contains a range of titles covering:

The series aims to provide healthcare professionals at all levels with essential information to increase their understanding of these complex areas.

Each short article communicates key issues and concepts in a concise and attractive format, with suggestions for further reading provided should a more in-depth understanding be required. The incorporation of both theory and application in each of the titles is intended to help readers underpin their understanding with the clarification that the applications provide. All the titles in the series have been written by highly respected figures from a variety of NHS backgrounds.

The series is regularly updated and expanded to keep pace with changing thinking and hot topics in evidence-based healthcare. More updated titles are coming soon, so keep checking back for updates.

Titles can be downloaded as a PDF for £4.00 each or the entire collection of 26 titles for £89.00