Patient Satisfaction and Its Determinants in Outpatient Clinics of Ministry of Health Maternal and Child Hospitals in Saudi Arabia: A Survey Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Patient satisfaction is a key indicator of healthcare quality, influencing patient adherence, health outcomes, and service utilization. This study evaluated patient-satisfaction in outpatient maternity and child hospitals, considering demographic factors such as age, gender, and regional differences. Findings were compared with international healthcare systems to identify strengths and areas for improvement. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a validated electronic questionnaire distributed to patients attending outpatient maternal and child clinics. Data from 14 718 respondents were analyzed to assess satisfaction across service domains and identify demographic determinants. Statistical analyses included ANOVA, correlation, and regression to explore associations between satisfac

SUBMITTER: El Dalatony MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12783573 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature