'A 'practical guide' that is much more than a reliable tool for conducting high quality Health Services Research this book takes the academic the student and the professional on a meaningful journey from formulating a research question all the way to analysis and delivery. This will deservedly occupy a visible place on the researcher's desk rather than the shelf. The Chapter 'Budget and Funding' is a gem!' - Dr Yannis Pappas Head of PhD School Institute for Health Research University of Bedfordshire