Developing Consensus Using the Delphi Method.

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Τίτλος:	Developing Consensus Using the Delphi Method.
Συγγραφείς:	Russ CM; Department of Pediatrics, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.; Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts., Luff D; Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.; Center for Educational Excellence and Innovation, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.
Πηγή:	Hospital pediatrics [Hosp Pediatr] 2026 Sep 01; Vol. 16 (9), pp. e755-e760.
Τύπος έκδοσης:	Journal Article
Γλώσσα:	English
Στοιχεία περιοδικού:	Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics Country of Publication: United States NLM ID: 101585349 Publication Model: Print Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 2154-1671 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 21541671 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Hosp Pediatr Subsets: MEDLINE
Imprint Name(s):	Publication: July 2011- : Elk Grove Village : American Academy of Pediatrics Original Publication: Elk Grove Village, IL : American Academy of Pediatrics/Section on Hospital Medicine
Ιατρικοί όροι (MeSH):	Delphi Technique* , Consensus*, Humans
Περίληψη:	The Delphi method is a technique for obtaining consensus from a panel of experts on a particular topic or set of decisions, such as diagnostic or treatment algorithms, medical education competencies, or curricular components. This article aims to introduce researchers new to consensus methodology to the Delphi method. A classic Delphi process is characterized by anonymity of panelists, who complete iterative surveys to rank items and suggest changes. After each survey round, researchers amend the items, seeking a predetermined cutoff of consensus. The amended survey is sent to panelists for reconsideration along with quantitative and qualitative analysis of prior results. Modified Delphi methods may include having in-person components and basing initial surveys on literature rather than panelist input. Rigor is enhanced by clear reasoning for selection and representation of the expert panel, evidence for items in the initial survey, a clear definition of consensus, response rates and results after each round, how iterative feedback was provided, and reasoning for steps researchers took along the way to move toward consensus. Qualitative analysis of comments can yield insights into the topic, including items for which consensus is not achieved. Thoughtful Delphi design can lead to trustworthy results with broader community acceptance. (Copyright © 2026 by the American Academy of Pediatrics.)
Entry Date(s):	Date Created: 20260810 Date Completed: 20260831 Latest Revision: 20260831
Update Code:	20260901
DOI:	10.1542/hpeds.2026-009228
PMID:	42575517
Βάση Δεδομένων:	MEDLINE

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ISSN:	2154-1671
DOI:	10.1542/hpeds.2026-009228