Shared leadership in integrated care networks: the case of “hub and spoke” networks in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) in the English NHS

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore leadership in the context hub and spoke network oral maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) English National Health Service (NHS). Design/methodology/approach This a conceptual using literature relating antecedents shared relevant policy documents pertaining both NHS development OMFS. informed, theoretically by lens leadership. Findings identifies challenges that may be faced policymakers those involved developing It also reveals implications for Research limitations/implications conceptual. acknowledged preliminary study further work will required test framework empirically. discusses network. As networks are interest internationally has wider relevance other countries. Originality/value There limited research on In addition, applied new context.