This document discusses innovation in healthcare through research-based design and evaluation tools. It covers lessons learned from initiatives aimed at improving healthcare through innovation, including: - Translational research centers that integrate clinical, research, education and technology functions can help move discoveries from the lab to patient care more quickly. - Co-locating specialties and supporting "convergence" of disciplines can accelerate innovation by breaking down silos. - Flexible "kit of parts" designs that allow centers to evolve over time better support disruptive technologies.