October 1, 2025

A New PCORnet® Playbook Module Offers Guidance on Sharing Research Results to Improve Health Outcomes

Researchers who partner with PCORnet® have access to unique representative health data, research expertise, and patient insights. Whether you are a new or an experienced researcher, the PCORnet® Playbook is your go-to guide for navigating the PCORnet infrastructure, tapping into expert support, and integrating patient perspectives into your research from the start.  

A new PCORnet® Playbook module, Module 4: Sharing Your Research Results, is now available to guide you in broadly disseminating your research findings in ways that are meaningful and actionable to improve health outcomes. Module 4 describes several dissemination strategies and methods that may be used by a variety of studies, along with resources and examples to inspire you as you’re developing your own dissemination plan.  

This latest module expands the information available in the PCORnet® Playbook, which currently includes: 

  • Module 1: Introduction – Get to know the PCORnet infrastructure and the types of research the network supports.  
  • Module 2: Getting Started with PCORnet – Learn how to access network resources through the PCORnet® Front Door.  
  • Module 3: Using PCORnet to Power Your Research – Discover the no-cost services available when you contact the PCORnet® Front Door. 
  • Module 4: Sharing Your Research Results – Explore effective dissemination and implementation in PCORnet@ Studies. 

Find the full PCORnet® Playbook here.  

The well-established infrastructure of PCORnet supports study teams in delivering fast, trustworthy answers that advance health outcomes. Thoughtful dissemination strengthens the connection between research findings and real-world impacts, helping patients make better-informed decisions about their health and health care.  

Ready to Get Started? 

If you’re preparing for your next patient-centered study, the PCORnet® Playbook is a great place to begin. When you’re ready to learn how the network can support your research, knock on the PCORnet® Front Door to start the conversation.