Characterizing Managerial Decision Making in Public Hospitals: A Case Study from Romania.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Our study investigates the primary characteristics of managerial decision-making processes in the public hospital units in Romania, particularly in the Northeast region. This research aims to delineate the decision-making model applied by managers in these units, considering the multitude of legislative, economic, technical, ethical, and organizational changes prompted by the pandemic.

Methods

A mixed-method research approach was utilized, combining semi-structured interviews and autoethnography, to capture experiences, attitudes, perceptions, motivations, and ethical considerations of decision-makers within the healthcare system.

Results

The findings revealed that managerial decisions in public hospitals were influenced by unique elements such a

SUBMITTER: Cumpat CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11641347 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature