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Preparing and Conducting Implementation Trials: Mission Possible?

In this webinar recording, experienced implementation researchers will share lessons learned, common pitfalls and recommendations for designing and conducting implementation trials in NSW and across Australia.

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Key Takeaways

After watching this webinar, you will be able to:

  • Understand the key differences between implementation trials and traditional clinical trials.
  • Identify practical challenges associated with planning and conducting implementation trials, including ethics, governance and site approvals.
  • Recognise the resources, funding and operational considerations involved in delivering implementation trials.
  • Identify practical approaches to navigating implementation trial requirements in real-world healthcare settings.

Who is this for?

This webinar is for researchers, clinicians, implementation science practitioners, clinical trial coordinators, research managers and health service professionals involved in planning or conducting implementation trials. It is particularly relevant for those seeking to understand the practical challenges of undertaking implementation trials and how to navigate research and governance requirements in Australian healthcare settings.

The Panel

Chair: Associate Professor Heather Shepherd, Co-Lead, Implementation Science Academy, Sydney Health Partners; Principal Research Fellow, NSW Health Statewide Health Literacy Hub; Associate Professor, Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, The University of Sydney.

Presenters:

  • Dr Dion Candelaria, Heart Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow, Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, The University of Sydney
  • Professor Leanne Hassett, Co-Lead, Implementation Science Academy, Sydney Health Partners; Professor of Physical Activity and Disability, The University of Sydney

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This webinar was recorded on 22 October 2026