Study instruments
obesity
OBESITY
A detailed interview guide was developed and refined with input from research team members and co-investigators. The interviewers were trained by a researcher with qualitative interviewing experience on standardizing the interview process; the purpose of each interview question; and appropriate follow-up with additional probing questions. Key themes assessed included: respondent perceptions of the landscape of obesity treatment within PHS; strengths and weaknesses within the community health system for obesity treatment; and awareness and perceptions of the implementation of the larger pragmatic trial. Because the interview guide was semi-structured in nature, interviewers asked additional probing questions to solicit further clarifying information, as necessary. In addition to the qualitative interview, participants were asked to fill out brief demographic questionnaires regarding their self-identified age, race, ethnicity, job role, educational background, and length of time employed at PHS. Each participant was offered a gift card in appreciation for their time.