This book, co-authored by Lucy Brun of Agnew Peckham, was inspired by a large number of clients requesting information on planning for ambulatory care. Through years of research and experience in health care planning, the firm developed the conceptual framework and practical methodology for successful planning and implementation of ambulatory services outlined in this publication. Planning for a change in the focus of care has never been more critical. The shift to ambulatory care constitutes a major change in strategic direction for health care organizations. "Ambulatory Care Planning: Changing the Focus of Care" will assist your organization with a challenging planning opportunity.

Since writing the book, we have completed additional research and are in the process of developing the second edition of the book.

"The authors are to be congratulated for providing a valuable resource to help organizations move through this time of adaptation to new models of service delivery." "Ambulatory Care Planning would be an excellent resource for organizations in the midst of shifting more of their services to ambulatory delivery, or of further developing their current services." -Health Care Management FORUM published by the Canadian College of Health Services Executives Summer 1997