The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the perceptions of health professionals on the changes brought about by health system reforms in Zimbabwe. Qualitative, explorative and descriptive research was conducted to identify concerns of health care provision, as described by health professionals in Zimbabwe, and to provide awareness for future reforms. Data collection was done using semi-structured interviews. Ten health professionals from two study sites participated in the research. The findings revealed that health professionals have an understanding of health system reforms and how these have changed the way health services have been delivered over the years. There is a general outcry among health professionals regarding the deteriorating provision of quality health care amidst the challenges that the health system is facing under a collapsing economic situation. The study recommends inclusion of health professionals in policy making as well as timely dissemination of any information regarding changes in policy. The study also recommends further research on the same topic with a larger diverse group of participants. / Health Studies / M. P. H.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/27018 |
| Date | 01 1900 |
| Creators | Deve, Charlene Rudo |
| Contributors | Mmusi-Phetoe, Rose Maureen Makapi |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (vi, 106 leaves), application/pdf |
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