The theory and practice of integrative health care governance: The case of New Zealand's alliances

Abstract

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to outline the theory and practice of governance for integrated care, using the case of New Zealand's healthcare alliances. Design/methodology/approach - This is descriptive analysis. Findings - Alliance governance provides considerable scope for bringing health professional together to focus on whole system approaches to care design. As such, it facilitates care integration. Research limitations/implications - This is a descriptive review. Originality/value - Descriptions of alliance governance in New Zealand and in general are rare in the literature. This paper fills this gap.