Public Hospital Services Research Articles

Socioeconomic inequity in the utilization of healthcare among people with eating disorders in Australia.

Little is known about socioeconomic equity in access to healthcare among people with eating disorders in Australia. This study aims to measure the extent of inequity in eating disorder-related healthcare utilization, analyze trends, and explore the sources of inequalities using New South Wales (NSW) administrative linked health data for 2005 to 2020. Socioeconomic inequities were measured using concentration index approach, and decomposition analysis was conducted to explain the factors accounting for inequality. Healthcare utilization included: public inpatient admissions, private inpatient admissions, visits to public mental health outpatient clinics and emergency department visits, with three different measures (probability of visit, total and conditional number of visits) for each outcome. Private hospital admissions due to eating disorders were concentrated among individuals from higher socioeconomic status (SES) from 2005 to 2020. There was no significant inequity in the probability of public hospital admissions for the same period. Public outpatient visits were utilized more by people from lower SES from 2008 to 2020. Emergency department visits were equitable, but more utilized by those from lower SES in 2020. Public hospital and emergency department services were equitably used by people with eating disorders in NSW, but individuals from high SES were more likely to be admitted to private hospitals for eating disorder care. Use of public hospital outpatient services was higher for those from lower SES. These findings can assist policymakers in understanding the equity of the healthcare system and developing programs to improve fairness in eating disorder-related healthcare in NSW.

The Effectiveness of the Surgical Correction of Vesicoureteral Reflux on Febrile Urinary Tract Infections after a Kidney Transplant: A Single-Center Retrospective Study.

Background/Objectives: Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is considered one of the major causes of post-renal transplant febrile urinary tract infections (UTI), leading to impaired renal function and the premature loss of the renal graft. We aimed to evaluate whether surgical VUR correction, such as open redo ureteric reimplantation, could be an option for treatment and provide better outcomes in post-transplant care for patients with UTI compared to their pre-VUR correction clinical state. Methods: Our study presents a retrospective analysis of 10 kidney transplant recipients with febrile UTI at the Renal Transplant Service of a Brazilian public hospital from 2010 to 2020. We selected patients who primarily underwent a surgical correction of post-transplant VUR, which was corrected by extravesical reimplantation without a stent in all patients by the same professional surgeon. Results: From 710 patients who received kidney transplants, 10 patients (1.4%) suffered from febrile UTI post-transplant and underwent surgical correction for VUR. Despite the study's limitations, such as its retrospective nature and limited sample size, the efficacy of open extravesical ureteral reimplantation in reducing post-operative febrile UTI in renal transplant patients was observed. Conclusions: As febrile UTI can contribute significantly to patient mortality after kidney transplantation and VUR emerges as a major cause of post-transplant febrile UTI, it is essential to treat it and consider the surgical outcome. This study emphasizes the timely detection and effective treatment of VUR via extravesical techniques to reduce febrile UTI occurrences post-transplant and it contributes insights into the role of surgical interventions in addressing VUR-related complications post-kidney transplantation.

Impact of a Stage-Based Classification on the Incidence of Fetal Growth Restriction, Preterm Birth Rates, and Birthweight in a Rural Community of Central India

Introduction: The objective of this study was to determine the impact of the stage-based classification of fetal growth restriction (FGR) on the magnitude of FGR, preterm births (PTBs), and birthweight (BW) in a rural population of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. Methods: The program covered 168 public sector centers for pregnant women and infants that provided services to nearly 220,000 people. The third-trimester assessments included fetal biometry, growth and environment assessments, and Doppler assessments. Fetal growth was staged using the Barcelona protocol as stages 1–4 FGR, small for gestational age, and no FGR. The data from the last ultrasound assessment before childbirth were considered. Regular training programs covering preconception care, antenatal and postnatal care were organized in the local language for the public sector community health workers of the program district. Childbirth outcomes were collected from the obstetric service of the local public sector hospital. Results: The analysis included 1,229 pregnancies from 2019 to 2023. The overall magnitude of FGR using estimated fetal weight <10th centile was 19.61% and reduced to 13.34% with the stage-based classification. The magnitude of FGR using the stage-based classification reduced from 27.59% in 2019 to 8.95% in 2023. The PTB in the stage-based FGR subgroup declined from 35.0% in 2019 to 3.45% in 2023 and 96.55% of the stage 1 FGR babies in 2023 were delivered at term. The overall mean BW in the program area improved from 2,772.41 (357.11) g in 2019 to 2,819.68 (377.31) g in 2023. The perinatal mortality rate (8.95 per 1,000 pregnancies) in the program area for 2019–2023 was much lower than the 31.9 per 1,000 pregnancies reported for Madhya Pradesh. Conclusion: The change to a stage-based classification of FGR integrated with low-dose aspirin and fetal Doppler studies reduced the incidence of FGR and PTB and perinatal mortality and increased BW in this rural community.

Consumer involvement in health service research: a cross-sectional survey of staff in an Australian public hospital and health service.

ObjectiveConsumer involvement is when patients (their families, friends, and caregivers) work with researchers on research projects. While health services are expected to support consumer-researcher collaborations, conducive environments still need to be developed, with limited research into how Australian health services support this practice. This study explores current consumer involvement in research activity and staff perceptions at an Australian tertiary hospital and health service.MethodsResearch-active employees at a health service were invited to participate in an online cross-sectional survey. It assessed experience with and confidence in involving consumers in research, the perceived value of consumer involvement, and considerations related to challenges, facilitators, and solutions to enhance consumer involvement in health service research.ResultsAmong 83 respondents, including medical, nursing, and allied health professionals, 54 completed the survey. Approximately half had experience with involving consumers in research. Over 80% recognised that involving consumers enhanced research relevance. Identified barriers included challenges in finding (46.6%) and compensating (59.3%) consumers, as well as deficiencies in researcher skills, knowledge (32.2%), and time constraints (39%). Facilitators comprised access to experienced researchers and educational opportunities. Moreover, 87% advocated for increased support to involve consumers within health services, with the appointment of a designated consumer involvement officer deemed the most beneficial solution by 92.5% of respondents.ConclusionsWhile individual barriers inhibit consumer involvement in research, more prominent institutional factors such as financial and technical support may determine successful and meaningful collaborations. As health services evolve towards co-design models in research, the outcomes of this study will guide initiatives aimed at enhancing consumer involvement in the research process within Australian health services.

Administrative management model and emergency services in Public Hospitals

Administrative management model and emergency services in Public Hospitals

A Comparative Study on Service Quality at Public and Private Hospitals with Reference to Jaipur City

This study compares the quality of healthcare services provided by public and private hospitals in Jaipur, focusing on tangibility, trustability, empathy, assurance, and responsiveness. Data was collected via a questionnaire with 20 statements, completed by 50 respondents randomly selected from both types of hospitals. Results indicated significant differences, with private hospitals scoring higher across all assessed dimensions. Recognizing the pivotal role of distinguishing between hospital types, recommendations were made to enhance public hospital services and establish new facilities. The study underscores the importance of service quality in healthcare, highlighting its strategic significance in creating a competitive advantage. Quality healthcare services are deemed essential for organizational success, emphasizing the need for continuous improvement and patient satisfaction. Public hospitals, supported by government funding, offer treatment either free or at minimal charges, contrasting with higher costs in the private sector. Additionally, charitable institutions contribute to healthcare provision for the indigent population. KEYWORDS: - Public Hospital, Private Hospital, Patient Satisfaction, Quality of Services.

Follow-up after major traumatic injury: a survey of services in Australian and New Zealand public hospitals

BackgroundIncreased survival from traumatic injury has led to a higher demand for follow-up care when patients are discharged from hospital. It is currently unclear how follow-up care following major trauma is provided to patients, and how, when, and to whom follow-up services are delivered. The aim of this study was to describe the current follow-up care provided to patients and their families who have experienced major traumatic injury in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).MethodsInformed by Donabedian’s ‘Evaluating the Quality of Medical Care’ model and the Institute of Medicine’s Six Domains of Healthcare Quality, a cross-sectional online survey was developed in conjunction with trauma experts. Their responses informed the final survey which was distributed to key personnel in 71 hospitals in Australia and New Zealand that (i) delivered trauma care to patients, (ii) provided data to the Australasian Trauma Registry, or (iii) were a Trauma Centre.ResultsData were received from 38/71 (53.5%) hospitals. Most were Level 1 trauma centres (n = 23, 60.5%); 76% (n = 16) follow-up services were permanently funded. Follow-up services were led by a range of health professionals with over 60% (n = 19) identifying as trauma specialists. Patient inclusion criteria varied; only one service allowed self-referral (3.3%). Follow-up was within two weeks of acute care discharge in 53% (n = 16) of services. Care activities focused on physical health; psychosocial assessments were the least common. Most services provided care for adults and paediatric trauma (60.5%, n = 23); no service incorporated follow-up for family members. Evaluation of follow-up care was largely as part of a health service initiative; only three sites stated evaluation was specific to trauma follow-up.ConclusionFollow-up care is provided by trauma specialists and predominantly focuses on the physical health of the patients affected by major traumatic injury. Variations exist in terms of patient selection, reason for follow-up and care activities delivered with gaps in the provision of psychosocial and family health services identified. Currently, evaluation of trauma follow-up care is limited, indicating a need for further development to ensure that the care delivered is safe, effective and beneficial to patients, families and healthcare organisations.

The impact of devolution on local health systems: Evidence from Greater Manchester, England

Devolution and decentralisation policies involving health and other government sectors have been promoted with a view to improve efficiency and equity in local service provision. Evaluations of these reforms have focused on specific health or care measures, but little is known about their full impact on local health systems. We evaluated the impact of devolution in Greater Manchester (England) on multiple outcomes using a whole system approach.We estimated the impact of devolution until February 2020 on 98 measures of health system performance, using the generalised synthetic control method and adjusting for multiple hypothesis testing. We selected measures from existing monitoring frameworks to populate the WHO Health System Performance Assessment framework. The included measures captured information on health system functions, intermediatory objectives, final goals, and social determinants of health. We identified which indicators were targeted in response to devolution from an analysis of 170 health policy intervention documents.Life expectancy (0.233 years, S.E. 0.012) and healthy life expectancy (0.603 years, S.E. 0.391) increased more in GM than in the estimated synthetic control group following devolution. These increases were driven by improvements in public health, primary care, hospital, and adult social care services as well as factors associated with social determinants of health, including a reduction in alcohol-related admissions (−110.1 admission per 100,000, S.E. 9.07). In contrast, the impact on outpatient, mental health, maternity, and dental services was mixed.Devolution was associated with improved population health, driven by improvements in health services and wider social determinants of health. These changes occurred despite limited devolved powers over health service resources suggesting that other mechanisms played an important role, including the allocation of sustainability and transformation funding and the alignment of decision-making across health, social care, and wider public services in the region.

Assessment of parental satisfaction with paediatric health services in public sector tertiary hospitals within a low-income setting using Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire (PSQ-18)

IntroductionPatient satisfaction is an integral part of healthcare quality, impacting treatment adherence, patient loyalty and healthcare utilisation. Parental satisfaction is particularly crucial as parents influence decision-making for their child’s healthcare.ObjectiveThe...

Digital Transformation in Public Hospital Management: Improving the Patient Experience

Purpose: This article aims to investigate the impact of digital transformation on public hospital management in Peru, with a specific focus on enhancing the patient experience through the adoption of digital technologies. Objective: The primary objective is to assess the effectiveness of digital transformation strategies in improving the efficiency and accessibility of health services in public hospitals, ultimately aiming to enhance the overall patient experience. Theoretical Reference: The study is grounded in a mixed-method approach, incorporating elements of qualitative and quantitative research. It includes a comparative analysis of digital transformation strategies implemented in a representative sample of public hospitals at international, regional, and national levels. Method: The research design involves in-depth interviews with healthcare professionals and patients, as well as the analysis of secondary data from national and international health databases. The study encompasses a diverse sample of public hospitals, considering varying technological capabilities and levels of digital development. Results and Conclusion: The findings indicate that the progressive implementation of digital technologies in public hospitals in Peru has shown promise in improving the efficiency and accessibility of health services. However, challenges related to infrastructure, systems integration, and data security remain. The study underscores the need for a comprehensive and coordinated strategy for digital transformation in public hospital management. Implications of Research: The study highlights the importance of greater investment and development of digital health policies at the national level to bridge the gap in the adoption and implementation of digital technologies in hospital management. It emphasizes the significance of a collaborative approach between government, healthcare providers, and technology developers to drive digital transformation in the healthcare sector in Peru. Originality/Value: This research contributes to the understanding of the potential of digital transformation in public hospital management, particularly in developing countries like Peru. It provides insights into the challenges, opportunities, and implications of implementing digital technologies to enhance the patient experience and improve healthcare delivery in public hospitals.

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The community still uses clinics and health centers for inpatient medical care. The degree of discontent with therapeutic communication services in both public and private hospitals. The purpose of this study was to ascertain if patients levels of satisfaction in the inpatient room were correlated with nurses therapeutic communication. Chi square is the statistical test that is employed, the sample technique utilized is known as purposive sampling. A total of 42.8% of participants expressed satisfaction with the univariate analysis findings, while 57.2% expressed dissatisfaction with the outcomes. After doing bivariate analysis, it was discovered that the p value was 0.0001, signifying a substantial correlation between the therapeutic communication of nurses and the degree of pleasure that inpatients felt. Hospitals to provide monitoring or oversight regarding the application of communication. Nurses must focus more on therapeutic communication while providing patients with healthcare, with a focus on the initial stage of treatment.

Recurrent Mental Health Presentations to Public Hospital Services: A Focus on Borderline Personality Disorder.

Recurrent Mental Health Presentations to Public Hospital Services: A Focus on Borderline Personality Disorder.

Genetic kidney disease has a higher likelihood and cost of inpatient admissions compared to other aetiologies

PurposeThere is increasing recognition of monogenic aetiologies for kidney disease. We sought to identify whether genetic kidney disease (GKD) has distinct hospitalization patterns compared to other forms of chronic kidney disease (CKD). MethodsHealth service utilization analysis was undertaken in a CKD cohort study across public hospital services in Queensland, Australia. CKD due to clinically coded potential monogenic causes was compared to all other causes in terms of annual frequency, cost, and type of hospital admission. ResultsWe analyzed 7 years of hospital admissions data (809,188 admissions) among 29,046 patients. Compared to non-genetic CKD, GKD was associated with a higher likelihood and cost of admissions. GKD had consistently more admissions (mean excess annual number of admissions increasing from 5.2 in year 1 to 13.4 in year 7) and more costly admissions (mean excess annual cost increasing from $5,265 in year 1 to $12,993 in year 7). This gap in hospitalization likelihood and cost increased over time for both surgical and medical admission episodes, but not for all (immunological, cancer) causes of admissions. ConclusionUnderstanding the nature and extent of differences in healthcare needs between GKD and other CKD will enable better secondary prevention and inform resource allocation decisions to reduce healthcare system pressures attributable to knowable causes.

Impact of Outpatient Quality Services on Patient Satisfaction

Abstract: Background: The success and survival of any healthcare organization depends on the patient’s satisfaction and quality. Patient satisfaction plays a vital role in the performance of care. Objective: To identify the factors influencing patient satisfaction with outpatient quality services in public and private hospitals. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on outpatient patients from different public and private hospital settings in Karachi, Pakistan. Data was collected through virtual tools such as Google Docs, asking about their experience of outdoor patients (OPD) in public or private hospitals. Using a non-probability, convenience sampling technique, a 5% margin of error and a confidence interval of 95%, the sample size was calculated as 377 participants rounded off to 400. Respondents were divided into males and females who visited any specialty department or general OPD. A self-administered questionnaire was designed to gather data, and a digital tool such as Google Docs was used to reach a wider audience. The reliability of the pre-validated tools has been assessed through Cronbach’s alpha. The Cronbach alpha for outpatient quality services is 0.717, and patients’ satisfaction is 0.98. The data were analyzed using the SPSS 25V by IBM Corporation. Result: Most respondents were from the age group (26-35 years), making up 42% of the entire population. Data gathered showed private hospitals preference over public hospitals and satisfaction as well. All the quality service variables identified in the study had a direct relationship with patient satisfaction except waiting time, which had a negative relationship. Regression Analysis showed a positive impact on the availability of services; thus 1% increase in service will lead to a 0.484% change in patient satisfaction. A negative relationship was also witnessed with a 1% increase in waiting time patient satisfaction is down by 0.119%. Conclusion: The level of satisfaction in public hospitals was not quite adequate, and the services were correspondingly rated as exceptional. The findings suggest that focusing on the nature of physician-related services, waiting for test results, and waiting for appointments are the most important factors impacting patient satisfaction in the outpatient division.

État des lieux de la prise en charge sanitaire des détenus et de l’organisation du circuit médicamenteux en milieu carcéral en France

Since the healthcare system reform in prisons by the law of 18January 1994, health care for prisoners has depended on the public hospital service. Since the application of this law, hospital pharmacists have been responsible for the health product circuit in the prison. In order to reassess the overall health care of detainees in prison in 2022, a study is being carried out. This study also aims to carry out an inventory of the organization of the drug circuit in prisons in France. In June 2022, a questionnaire was sent by email to pharmacists in charge of supplying health products to one or more prison health units in France. The response rate to the questionnaire is 34%. The average number of full-time equivalent (FTE) somatic doctors is 1.25. The average FTE pharmacist and pharmacy technician are respectively 0.4and 0.96. Prescriptions are computerized in 84% of cases. Therapeutic education and pharmaceutical interviews are carried out in 24% and 20% respectively. This study showed an overall improvement in the care of prisoners and the organization of the medication circuit in France compared to the last study. Pharmacists are more present in prisons. However, clinical pharmacy and health promotion actions are insufficiently deployed.

Level Of Patient’s Satisfaction with Physical Therapy Services in Public and Private Hospitals

Background: Physical therapy, a non-pharmacological intervention, plays a crucial role in aiding patients to improve disabilities and enhance their daily functional activities. Evaluating patient satisfaction is pivotal in understanding the efficacy of interaction and knowledge transfer between healthcare providers, particularly physical therapists, and their patients. Objective: This study aimed to assess the level of patient satisfaction with physical therapy services in public and private hospital settings in Gujrat, Pakistan. Methods: The study included 340 participants, selected through a non-probability convenience sampling technique from hospitals in Gujrat. The study encompassed patients from all conditions within the domain of physical therapy, who had attended at least one session of treatment. Exclusion criteria were set for patients with mental retardation, Parkinson’s disease, and cognitive disabilities. A 12-item MedRisk questionnaire was employed to evaluate patient satisfaction levels with physical therapy services. Results: The participant group comprised 141 males (41.5%) and 199 females (58.5%), with a mean age of 42.10 years (SD=15.80). Regarding the hospital setting, 177 participants received therapy in public hospitals, while 163 were treated in private hospitals. Satisfaction levels varied, with 9 participants (2.6%) reporting strong dissatisfaction, 159 (46.8%) expressing moderate satisfaction, and 172 (50.6%) indicating strong satisfaction. Specifically, in public hospitals, 9 participants were strongly dissatisfied, 113 moderately satisfied, and 55 strongly satisfied. In contrast, in private hospitals, no participants were strongly dissatisfied, 46 were moderately satisfied, and 117 were strongly satisfied. The statistical significance was marked with a p-value of 0.000. Conclusion: The study concluded that there was a higher level of satisfaction with physical therapy services in private hospitals compared to public hospitals in Gujrat. This finding underscores the need for continual improvement and evaluation of patient care standards in different healthcare settings.

The Observation of Patient Satisfaction with Healthcare Services in Chinese Public Hospitals Through Patients Experiences in Jiangsu

Background: The objective of this study was to assess patients' overall satisfaction with and experiences with various aspects of healthcare in Chinese public hospitals. In addition, it aimed to find out the extent to which patients' experiences in public hospitals in urban and rural locations might be accountable for general satisfaction. Methods: The data were derived from questionnaires designed to serve the patient's satisfaction within hospitals regarding several aspects in ten primary and tertiary level public/private hospitals across Jiangsu (China). In 2019, a survey encompassing 1185 Patients, physicians, and paramedical staff members was conducted in ten public hospitals located in Jiangsu, China. Donabedian's model classified patient experience questions into six categories under the heading’s "structure" and "process," with overall satisfaction serving as the "outcome" category. To compare patient experiences and overall satisfaction in urban and rural settings, chi-square tests were employed. Results: For assessing the government healthcare system's staff, health insurance plans, and healthcare delivery units. The health status of the target populations was compared with that of the responders by looking at the demographic distribution, life expectancy, service delivery with and without favoritism, and health behaviors. Surveys from decision-makers, implementers, and the general public who experience policy revealed that a much higher proportion of respondents reported improvements and favorable changes in the majority of areas. The survey's findings indicate that patients are often more satisfied with urban hospitals as compared to rural hospitals. In Jiangsu, medical personnel are given nearly identical resources and facilities, albeit in transformed forms according to their jurisdiction. The process is how the policies are initiated, negotiated, formulated, communicated, implemented, and evaluated. Policy development is dominated by political factors impacting all aspects of policy, i.e., context, process, and content. Conclusions: Jiangsu has updated and implemented its health policy according to the demand of the day, which has noted the experiences of its workers, compassionate attitudes, and service delivery despite the workload. The province has put in place several insurance schemes, but there is an issue of dissatisfaction in rural health centers as compared to urban hospital patients that can be resolved by bringing awareness in the rural society; Jiangsu is also home to the best version of the Electronic Medical Record system. Furthermore, the satisfaction of urban hospital patients is comparatively high due to the excellent behavior of healthcare workers, the proper referral system, insurance availability, the duration of healthcare services, the out-of-pocket treatment cost, the resources availability at PHC centers, and the development of the healthcare system were also noted with noteworthy numbers.

Care Redefined: A HELTHQUAL-Based Exploration of Public and Private Hospital Services

Care Redefined: A HELTHQUAL-Based Exploration of Public and Private Hospital Services

Gender dysphoria: Reconsidering ethical and iatrogenic factors in clinical practice.

To examine the treatment of gender dysphoria described in Bell v Tavistock (UK 2020). Bell documents the treatment and sequelae of a 16-year-old adolescent referred to the Tavistock with gender dysphoria. Her case highlights contrasts between gender affirming care and comprehensive care. Consistent with other western centres, in the 2010s, the Tavistock began treating patients with gender dysphoria under the 'Dutch protocol' for gender affirming care. Bell reveals concerning lapses of clinical governance influenced by activists and linked to patient harm. The recent suspension of a senior child psychiatrist from an Australian public hospital service after questioning the evidence base and ethical foundation of gender affirming care underlines the need to resolve these uncertainties to address the crisis in the treatment of gender dysphoria.

Investigating Attraction and Retention of Staff Within Public Mental Health Services in Victoria, Australia: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study.

A large proportion of Australians are affected by mental illness each year, and treatment gaps are well known. To meet current and future demands and enable access to treatment that is safe, effective, and acceptable, a robust and sustainable mental health workforce is required. Factors reported to attract people to work within the mental health sector include aspiring to help others, having an interest in mental health and human behavior, the desire to make a difference and do something worthwhile, personal lived experience, recognition, and value of discipline-specific roles. However, despite the various reasons people enter the public mental health workforce, recruitment and retention continue to be ongoing challenges. To date, there has been limited investigation into understanding which factors are most relevant to the current Victorian workforce. Furthermore, a comparison to health care workers outside of mental health is also needed to better understand the specific needs of staff within the mental health sector. This study aims to explore factors related to attraction, recruitment, and retention of the public mental health workforce in Victoria, Australia. The study is a multisite, mixed methods cross-sectional study to be conducted at 4 public hospital services within Victoria, Australia: 2 in metropolitan and 2 in regional or rural locations. Current, previous, and nonmental health workers will be asked to complete a 20-25-minute web-based survey, which is developed based on previous research and offered participation in an optional 30-60-minute semistructured interview to examine personal experiences and perceptions. Both aspects of the project will examine factors related to attraction, recruitment, and retention in the public mental health workforce. Differences between groups (ie, current, past, and nonmental health workers), as well as location, discipline, and health setting will be examined. Regression analyses will be performed to determine the factors most strongly associated with retention (ie, job satisfaction) and turnover intention. Qualitative data will be transcribed verbatim and thematically analyzed to identify common themes. As of May 2023, we enrolled 539 participants in the web-based survey and 27 participants in the qualitative interview. This project seeks to build on current knowledge from within Australia and internationally to understand role and service/system-related issues of attraction, recruitment, and retention specifically within Victoria, Australia. Seeking up-to-date information from across the health workforce may provide factors specific to mental health by illuminating any differences between mental health workers and health care workers outside of mental health. Furthermore, exploring motivators across health care disciplines and locations to enter, stay in, or leave a role in public mental health settings will provide valuable information to support how the sector plans and develops strategies that are fit for purpose. DERR1-10.2196/48855.