Workload assessment of medical doctors at primary health care centers in the Duhok governorate.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A shortage in human resources, particularly physicians, has become a challenge confronting health authorities in the Duhok governorate, as these resources are the key input for delivering health care. It has become necessary to identify the most appropriate scientifically sound method for having adequate staffing levels. This study aimed to forecast the required number of physicians to cope with the current workload at the main primary health care centers in the Duhok governorate.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was adopted to collect data for 1 full year. Data collection included both primary and secondary data sources. A semi-structured questionnaire was developed to obtain information every month from health centers on activities related to training and leaves.

SUBMITTER: Al-Dabbagh SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8796551 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature