scholarly journals Awareness of Family Physician Residents of their Roles in Disaster Health Management: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 254-261
Author(s):  
Fawaz Hassan Alamri ◽  
Faisal Dhahi Aldahash ◽  
Sa’ad Alqahtani
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Disaster Management ◽  
Family Physician ◽  
Emergency Services ◽  
Health Management ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Disaster Medicine ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Family

Background: Family physicians have a pivotal role in responding to the medical community's needs and have a crucial role in disaster health management. Family physicians have several tasks and duties during and after the disaster, such as event detection, critical information’ collection and distribution, and rehabilitative activities. It is important to identify the level of awareness of the family physicians regarding their role in the management of disasters. Aim: To assess the awareness of family physician residents of their roles in disaster health management, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This study was cross-sectional; it was performed on Saudi family physician residents in family practice clinics and centers in Saudi Arabia. A self-administrated questionnaire has been sent electronically to the participants to investigate their awareness. IMB SPSS version 22 was used to analyze the collected data. Results: This study included 400 family physicians; more than one-half 52.75%were in the age of 28-30 years old. There were 61.5% worked previously at hospital emergency services. A few percentages reported receiving training on disaster medicine management in the clinic, 38.5%. 47.75% reported willingness to train on disaster management. There was 71% of physicians had high knowledge regarding their role in disaster management. Conclusion: There was high awareness among the family physicians regarding their role in the management of disaster with an acceptable attitude toward receiving training.

scholarly journals Awareness of family physician residents of their roles in disaster health management: a cross-sectional study in Turkey

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tarık Eren Yılmaz ◽  
Tuğba Yılmaz ◽  
Nüket Örnek Büken ◽  
Adem Özkara ◽  
Kerim Hakan Altıntaş
Keyword(s):  
Disaster Management ◽  
Family Physician ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Health Management ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Disaster Medicine ◽  
Specialty Training ◽  
Disaster Plan ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Important Place

Abstract Aim: Family physicians are role models for their societies in disaster management and have an important place in it. This study was carried out during the specialty training of the residents, who are currently family physicians fighting against COVID-19 in the field, and was aimed to identify the awareness levels of residents regarding the roles and duties of family physicians before, during, and after disasters and to increase their awareness of disaster medicine and management. Background: The duties and responsibilities of a family physician in disasters should be a part of their specialty training. This study has contributed to the limited literature, increased awareness, and opened a new avenue of research for studies to be conducted with family physicians by demonstrating the current situation of family physicians in disaster management. Methods: This is an observational and descriptive study. The knowledge, experience, opinions, willingness, attitudes of the residents, and the awareness levels of the residents regarding their roles and duties in a disaster were evaluated along with their sociodemographic information. The surveys were applied in the family medicine clinics of the all residents by the interview method (n = 233). Findings: Only 9.2% of the residents stated that they had received training on disaster medicine where they currently work. The knowledge level of the residents on this subject was found as ‘Unsure’. In total, 80% of the residents stated that family physicians should have a role in disasters. It was found that 83.3% of the residents had never joined a disaster drill, 94.3% had never participated in making or applying a disaster plan, and 97.7% had never worked in any disaster. Conclusion: The residents participating in the study lacked not only information on disaster management but also experience. The residents’ willingness to receive training, work voluntarily, significantly question the curriculum, and specialize in disaster medicine were a positive outcome.

scholarly journals The preferences of general practitioners regarding family physician contract in the underprivileged areas of Iran in using conjoint analysis

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sima Rafiei ◽  
Rafat Mohebbifar ◽  
Mohammad Ranjbar ◽  
Fatemeh Akbarirad
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
General Practitioners ◽  
Family Physician ◽  
Family Doctor ◽  
Medical Specialty ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
International Standards ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ordered Logistic Regression ◽  
The Family

Background: One of the most important methods for improving the fair access of people to health services is the family physician program, which is facing many challenges. One of these challenges is the lack of policymakers' understanding of physicians' preferences regarding the provisions of the family physician contract. Therefore, this study was aimed to investigate general practitioners' preferences regarding the type of family doctor contract in one of the underprivileged regions of Iran. Methods: An analytical-cross-sectional study was conducted among 150 general practitioners (GPs) who registered in Ministry of Health and Medical Education (MoHME) family physician plan and were working in the health network of deprived regions in Iran. A discrete choice experiment (DCE) questionnaire was developed by the researchers and then distributed to GPs. Results were analyzed using Ordered Logistic Regression. Data were collected using a questionnaire designed by orthogonal method in SPSS 20. Data analysis was performed using logistic regression model in Stata 13 software. Results: Findings revealed that “type of employer” had the most significant effect on GPs’ preferences (OR = 2.5), followed by “allocating quota for admission to medical specialty courses after 5 years” (OR = 2.25), being allowed to give medical services to population without geographical restriction (OR = 2.8), being allowed to provide services out of the defined service packet (OR =   1.4), and “decreased length of contract” (OR  =  0.93). Conclusion: The amendment of the provisions of the family physician contract in accordance with physicians' preferences increases the probability of their participation in and compliance with the family physician program. However, the compliance of the provisions of this contract with relevant international standards and upstream laws of the country should be maintained as much as possible.  

Risk Factors for Spousal Physical Violence Against Women in Saudi Arabia

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 1269-1293 ◽  
Author(s):  
Halah M. Eldoseri ◽  
Phyllis Sharps
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Physical Violence ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Care Clinics ◽  
The Family ◽  
Health Organization

This study aimed to explore selected risk factors for spousal physical violence (SPV) in women frequenting primary health care clinics (PHCs) in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study design was conducted in six PHCs, where one-on-one, private interviews with 200 women were conducted using a standardized World Health Organization (WHO) violence against women questionnaire (v.10.0). SPV was reported by 45.5% of women. Husband-specific risk factors including alcohol or drug addiction, unemployment, control of wealth in the family, and physical aggression toward other men were significant predictors for SPV. A multisectoral approach should be implemented with focus on providers’ training, women’s safety, and involvement of men in violence prevention and intervention programs.

scholarly journals Public's perception and satisfaction on the role and services provided by family physicians in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 3282 ◽  
Author(s):  
AmnahAli Abdulqader Elagi ◽  
BasemAmer Jaber ◽  
AlmontherHussain Ahmed Wassly ◽  
RubaMohammed Sallam Ahmed ◽  
FatimahAli Ahmed Bosily
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Utilization of Emergency Department Services by the Bedouin Population in Southern Israel

2007 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 330-335 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arnon Dov Cohen ◽  
Jacob Dreiher ◽  
Amir Sharf ◽  
Daniel Aharon Vardy
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Family Physician ◽  
Jewish Population ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Primary Care Clinics ◽  
The Family ◽  
Ed Visits ◽  
Central Database ◽  
Age Adjusted Rates

Excessive use of the emergency department (ED) is associated with increased costs and workload in the ED, patients' inconvenience and disruption of the continuity of care. The study's goal was to describe trends in ED utilization among Bedouins living in southern Israel. A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted in primary care clinics in southern Israel. Patients included Bedouin and Jewish patients insured by Clalit Health Services. Data was retrieved from a central database. The number of visits to the ED and age-adjusted rates of ED visits during 2000-2003 were determined in the Bedouin vs. Jewish population. All visits that ended in hospitalization were excluded. Data was stratified according to patients' residence (semi-nomadic vs. urban Bedouins) and referral origin. Age-adjusted rates of ED visits decreased from 42.9/1000 patients/month in 2000 to 38.3/1000 patients/month in 2003. There were more ED visits in the Bedouin as compared to Jewish population (38.3/1000 vs. 21.8/1000 patients/month). The decrease in ED utilization was more prominent among adult semi-nomadic Bedouins (from 60.8/1000 to 40.3/1000 patients/month). The proportion of referrals by the family physician to ED significantly decreased (among urban Bedouins: from 54.3% to 43.2%, p<0.001; among semi-nomadic Bedouins: from 53.9% to 39.9%, p<0.001), while the proportion of selfreferrals and referrals from physicians other than the family physician increased. A decrease in ED utilization by the Bedouin population during the last years was demonstrated. Utilization of ED services is still increased as compared to the non-Bedouin population. Interventions to control excessive use of ED services in the Bedouin population are currently underway.

scholarly journals What attributes do patients prefer in a family physician? A cross-sectional study in a northern region of Portugal

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. e035130
Author(s):  
Joana Nuno ◽  
Susana Fernandes ◽  
Teresa Rei Silva ◽  
Ana Catarina Guimarães ◽  
Bernardo Morais Pereira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Family Physician ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northern Region ◽  
White Coat ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Male Physician ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Family ◽  
The City

ObjectivesTo determine which modifiable and non-modifiable attributes patients prefer in a family physician, as well as to analyse participants’ characteristics associated with their choices.DesignCross-sectional study.SettingFamily healthcare units (FHU) in the city of Braga and Barcelos (Northern Portugal).ParticipantsAdults aged 18 years or more, enrolled in the selected FHU.Main outcome measuresThe preferred attributes were assessed with a questionnaire delivered in the FHU. These attributes included gender, age and nationality and the importance of being Portuguese, of greeting with a handshake, of welcoming in the waiting area, of using an identification badge and of wearing a white coat.ResultsA total of 556 questionnaires were included in the analysis; 66% and 58% of the participants had no preference for the gender or age of the family physician, respectively. Using a multinomial logistic regression, male participants were 3.8 times more likely to have a preference for a male physician than having no preference, in comparison to female participants (OR 3.864, 95% CI 1.96 to 7.61). More than 69% of the participants considered greeting with a handshake, using an identification badge and wearing a white coat important or very important. There was a statistically significant association between being Portuguese and the major importance given to the use of an identification badge (β=0.68, 95% CI 0.23 to 1.12).ConclusionsOur data show that modifiable attributes of the family physician (greeting, presence of an identification badge and wearing a white coat) are important for patients. Potential changes in family physician attitude in consultation could ultimately affect patient–physician relationship.

scholarly journals Do the experiences of patients of state-employed family physicians and concessionaires in Slovenia differ?

2015 ◽  
Vol 84 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Danica Rotar Pavlic ◽  
Maja Sever ◽  
Zalika Klemenc-Ketiš ◽  
Igor Švab ◽  
Janko Kersnik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Family Practice ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Patient Experiences ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Personal Problems ◽  
The Family ◽  
Patient’S Experience

 Background: Family practice in Slovenia is provided by state-employed family physicians as well as concessionaires. However, both work under a contract withthe National Health Insurance Institute. This study focuses on comparing patients’ experiences with Slovenian concessionaires and state- employed physicians. Methods: We performed analyses using survey data from a cross-sectional study on patient experiences, which took place from September 2011 to April 2012 as a part of the international QUALICOPC study. The Slovenian branch of this study included 1,962 patients visiting family practices. Patients were classified into two groups regarding the registered status of their family physician. They completed the questionnaires immediately after visiting their family physicians. Data used in the analyses included 76variables:18socio-economic and 58variableslinked to the patient's experience. Results:The analyses showed few differences between concessionaires and state-employed family physicians. In comparison to patients of state-employed family physicians, patients of concessionaires were less likely to make an appointment for a visit (19.8% vs. 29.2%), were generally more frequent visitors (43.7% vs. 50.7%), and more often felt that opening hours are too restricted (25.7 % vs. 31.9%). Patients of concessionaires believed more often that in general, doctors can be trusted (40.1% vs.47.1 %). A smaller percentage of patients of concessionaires felt that their physician had the capacity to deal with personal problems as well as provide medical care (61.9% vs. 54.7%). Conclusions: There are few differences in patients’ experiences of state-employed family physicians and concessionaires. Slovenian patients have a generally positive experience with family practice services regardless of the family physicians’ status. Plans for organizational change of the health sector should include patients’ perceptions of services.  

scholarly journals Satisfaction of Family Physician Plan: Viewpoint of Physicians and Health Service Consumers in Kerman, Southeast of Iran

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 96-102
Author(s):  
Batoul Ahmadi ◽  
Mohammad Hossein Pourebrahimi ◽  
Malihe Ram Bejandi ◽  
Ahmad Sadeghi ◽  
Mohammad Khammarnia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Service ◽  
Family Physician ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Staff Performance ◽  
Insurance Program ◽  
Health Insurance Program

Background: Family Physician plan is known as one of the most appropriate strategies to implement rural health insurance program in the form of referral system in Iran. This study aims to determine the satisfaction of family physicians and service consumers and its causes of dissatisfaction in the South of Iran. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed in Kerman Health Network. Nineteen family physicians and 370 service consumers were selected using stratified random sampling. Data was gathered using two standardized questionnaires. Frequency tables, frequency percentage, mean graphs, Z and Freedman statistical tests were used to analyze the data. Results: Mean scores of physicians’ satisfaction were 9.10 and 4.12 in staff performance and payment system, respectively. Service consumers were satisfaction of physician delivery care (7.25), and para-medical (3.61). Moreover, most physicians were interested in per capita (31/6%). Conclusion: Family physician and health service consumers are highly satisfied. Satisfaction is an important factor for ensuring service quality and any ignorance in this regard can reduce the quantity and quality of delivered care. Physicians are recommended to respect their consumers and consider their waiting time. Meanwhile, health system managers should promote physicians’ payment. [GMJ.2015;4(2):96-102]

Hospitals Disaster Preparedness and Management in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Abdullah Alruwaili ◽  
Md Shahidul Islam ◽  
Kim Usher
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Disaster Management ◽  
Disaster Preparedness ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Eastern Region ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Disaster Plan ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Objective: The current study was conducted to assess disaster preparedness of hospitals in the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study of all hospitals in the Eastern Region of KSA was conducted between July 2017 and July 2018. The included hospitals were selected using convenience sampling. The questionnaire was distributed together with an official letter providing information about the aim and objectives of the study as well as ethical issues guiding their participation in the exercise. Results: All the included hospitals had a disaster plan that was completely accessible by all staff members. About 70% of the included hospitals established an educational program on disaster preparedness once per year. Assessment of hospital disaster preparedness was conducted using disaster drills in 62 (n= 98%) of the hospitals. However, only 9.5% of the hospitals had post-disaster recovery assistance programs like counseling and support services. Conclusion: Most hospitals involved in this study had sufficient resources for disaster management; however, the overall effectiveness of hospitals’ disaster preparedness was slight to moderate. Some recommendations to improve hospitals’ disaster preparedness should be proposed, including improved staff training and testing, better communications and safety procedures, and adoption of a holistic approach for disaster management.

scholarly journals Organ Donation in Turkey: The Knowledge, Approaches and Opinions of Family Physicians

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Basri Furkan Dagcioglu ◽  
Erhan Simsek ◽  
Ramazan Ilbey Tepeli ◽  
Dilek Oztas
Keyword(s):  
Brain Death ◽  
Organ Donation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Organ Trafficking ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Family ◽  
A Minor

Background: Considering the gap between organ donors and receivers, it can be assumed that family physicians may play an important role in organ donation. Thus, we aimed to investigate the family physicians’ approaches to organ donation in Turkey. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, an online survey was sent to all family physicians working in Family Health Centers in Turkey Between Jul – Sep 2018. The survey questioned the knowledge, approaches, and opinions about organ donation issues, besides the socio-demographic characteristics. Results: Most physicians stated that they had given information to their patients on this subject at least occasionally (59.19%, n=998). Among participants, the most common reason for refusing consent for organ donation was the fear of commercial abuse (19.66%, n=244). Most participants (52.61%, n=887) stated that they had been positively affected by the media about organ donation. Some physicians were uncertain about the reliability of the brain death diagnosis (18.39%, n=310). A minor group stated that organ donation might be religiously inappropriate (10.50%, n=177). Conclusion: Although most of the family physicians had a positive manner about organ donation, there was still some wrong knowledge of the participants about legal and medical aspects of organ donation, as well as some other concerns like organ trafficking and reliability of brain death diagnoses, whereas religious concerns were not significant.

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