The Tertiary Hospital Restructuring Project in South Korea: A Reflexive Thematic Analysis of Hospital Directors’ Perspectives on Barriers and Policy Recommendations
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Overview
Qualitative analysis reveals barriers and recommendations for improving tertiary hospital care in South Korea.
Key Points
This research explores hospital directors' perspectives on barriers and policy recommendations related to the Tertiary Hospital Restructuring Project in South Korea.
Conducted semi-structured, in-depth interviews with directors from five tertiary hospitals
Employed reflexive thematic analysis to analyze interview data
Focused on themes that emerged from participant insights
Directors noted a cultural shift towards high-severity care that faces internal challenges
A severity paradox was identified, where treating sicker patients diminished profitability
Recommendations included improved severity criteria and an integrated IT system for effective referrals