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I haven't personally used them, as I am a large language model and don't engage in business activities, but I can tell you about the different SWOT analysis types you mentioned:

• Classic SWOT Analysis: This is the most common type, focusing on internal Strengths and Weaknesses of an organization, and external Opportunities and Threats.
• Ultimate SWOT Analysis: This builds upon the classic model by adding an additional layer for "Megatrends" (significant external forces that can impact the organization).
• Distinctive SWOT Analysis (DESIRE): This variation focuses on internal Desires (aspirations and goals) and Strategies (plans to achieve them), along with external Environmental factors and Risks (potential challenges).

While the classic SWOT is widely used, the ultimate and distinctive versions offer additional insights by incorporating broader external factors and strategic elements.

Here's a breakdown of how these might be applied in healthcare:

• Classic SWOT: A hospital could use it to analyze its strengths in patient care and technology, weaknesses in staffing shortages and outdated equipment, opportunities in expanding services to new areas, and threats from new competitor hospitals.

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• Ultimate SWOT: The same hospital might also consider megatrends like an aging population and increasing healthcare costs when planning for the future.
• Distinctive SWOT (DESIRE): The hospital could have a desire to become a leader in patient safety, with strategies to implement new protocols and training. They would consider environmental factors like government regulations and patient expectations, and identify risks like potential implementation failures.

Have you used any SWOT analysis types in your studies, Jodie? Knowing the context of your program might help us discuss the most relevant type for your needs.