Caroline S. Clarke
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Caroline S. Clarke is a health services researcher whose work focuses on the economics of major system change (MSC) in healthcare, particularly in the context of specialist cancer surgery. Her most-cited paper, "How to Cost the Implementation of Major System Change for Economic Evaluations: Case Study Using Reconfigurations of Specialist Cancer Surgery in Part of London, England" (2021, 13 citations), addresses a critical gap in health economics: the systematic costing of large-scale service reconfigurations. Clarke’s research demonstrates that while many studies assess the impact of MSC on care quality and outcomes, few account for the substantial implementation costs—such as planning, purchasing, or repurposing resources—which are essential for accurate cost-effectiveness analysis. By developing a replicable costing framework, she provides a methodological foundation for future evaluations, enabling policymakers to make more informed decisions about healthcare reorganizations. Her work is notable for bridging the divide between health economics and operational change management, offering practical tools for researchers and decision-makers. Clarke’s contributions are particularly relevant in an era of healthcare consolidation, where understanding the true cost of system change is vital for ensuring both financial sustainability and improved patient outcomes.
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