Team-based care Evaluation and Adoption Model (TEAM) Framework Supporting the comprehensive evaluation of primary care transformation over time

Objective To introduce the new Team-based care Evaluation and Adoption Model (TEAM) Framework. Quality of evidence The initial TEAM Framework was derived from a series of reviews and consultations with academic and clinical experts. In a parallel process, team-based primary and community care evaluation in Canada was assessed through a structured review of academic literature, followed by a review of policy literature of existing primary care evaluation frameworks. Main message The review of academic articles alongside an analysis of policy documents and existing evaluation frameworks in primary care resulted in the development of the 10-dimension TEAM Framework. Conclusion Primary care transformation requires evaluation over time. The TEAM Framework provides a comprehensive framework for assessing evidence needed to support short- and long-term actionable improvements for team-based primary and community care in Canada. This framework will inform the development of an evaluation toot kit for primary care teams.