Knowledge synthesis is an area of research in health care delivery science that evaluates and summarizes all available evidence on a particular topic through comprehensive literature searches and advanced qualitative and quantitative synthesis methods. The process includes conducting systematic reviews, meta-analysis, clinical practice guidelines and methodology research. (Mayo Clinic Science of Health Care Delivery: Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center)
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