member of Academy of Medical Sciences, Professor of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Background: The healthcare system, being one of the most crucial and delicate domains in any society, is constantly undergoing continuous evolution and advancement. Rapid developments in technology, social and economic changes, evolving societal needs, and other factors pose new and unprecedented challenges to the healthcare system. For the success of the healthcare system, it is essential for managers to accurately comprehend these transformations and implement suitable strategies to tackle the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities within the healthcare system. Methods: Scientific and research sources were utilized to examine the challenges and solutions in managing healthcare system transformations. By studying abstracts and selecting appropriate articles, data pertaining to health objectives and strategies, resistance to change, financial resource shortages, information and data management, organizational and institutional coordination, performance evaluation, and healthcare transformation were extracted. Successes, challenges, strategies, and the significance of managing transformation in healthcare systems were examined via data analysis. Results: Necessary actions required to enhance the quality of healthcare provision, foster the development of information and communication technologies, strengthen coordination amongst healthcare entities, prioritize education and training of the workforce, engage in meticulous financial planning, and successful strategies in managing transformation as effective solutions to confront the challenges of managing transformation within the healthcare system. By executing these strategies, the quality of healthcare services can be improved, patient satisfaction can be increased, and treatment outcomes can be enhanced. Conclusion: By providing a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and solutions of transformation management in the health system, this article helps managers and experts in the field of health to implement appropriate strategies to improve the quality of health services and patient satisfaction.
Sadr S S, Zahedi E, Sadr S R. Health System Transformation Management: Challenges and Solutions. Iran J Cult Health Promot 2024; 7 (4) :557-562 URL: http://ijhp.ir/article-1-791-en.html