A qualitative review of challenges in recruitment and retention in obstetrics and gynecology in Ireland: The consultants' solution based perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

Recruitment and retention remains a concern in obstetrics and gynecology, with consultants having a unique perspective on the daily challenges. We aimed to examine these and examine their solutions to future-proofing the workforce.

Methods

Primary data were collected from consultant obstetrician-gynecologists in the Republic of Ireland. Using a qualitative methodology, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 participants recruited through purposive sampling. Following transcription, deductive content analysis was conducted to identify themes and categories with respect to challenges and solutions in the specialty.

Results

Findings revealed four superordinate themes of professional and personal factors, opinions of the specialty and the role of the consul

SUBMITTER: McCarthy CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9797065 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature