Free access. Despite the growth of health science research, there remains a persistent concern over the lack of appraisal of research results and the failure of research uptake into practice and policy (Grimshaw, Eccles, MLavis, Hill, & Squires, 2012). Journal publications and conference presentations are essential for research dissemination within the research community, but are insufficient for improving care standards (Straus, Tetroe, & Graham, 2013). For years continuous medical and nursing education and other professional development initiatives have been employed to increase research utilization and uptake in practice (Davis et al., 2003).