What are the motivating and hindering factors for health professionals to undertake new roles in hospitals? A study among physicians, nurses and managers looking at Breast Cancer and Acute Myocardial Infarction care in nine countries

The skill-mix of health professionals has undergone changes in many countries in Europe. Population ageing combined with higher rates of chronic conditions has triggered changes to service delivery models, integrated care and coordination of services. It has also impacted on the health workforce. Many countries in Europe have changed the composition of their workforce to enhance the quality of care for patients with chronic conditions (1,2)
Source: Health Policy - Category: Health Management Authors: Source Type: research