State of the art: productivity as a concept in the field of health

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Published Jun 30, 2023
DOI https://doi.org/10.17981/econcuc.44.2.2023.Org.6

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Lydia Aurora Arbaiza Fermini
ESAN Graduate School of Business
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2795-4248
Yurledis Morales Ospina
Fundación Universitaria Ciencias de la Salud - FUCS
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2191-6571
Andres Ivan Toledo Bernal
Fundación Universitaria Ciencias de la Salud - FUCS
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1805-845X

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the applied productivity in the healthcare sector, covering its historical and conceptual understanding, as well as current trends from different perspectives. It explores the link between productivity and the performance of healthcare institutions, highlighting its significance for healthcare managers' management. By taking a comprehensive approach, it examines various perspectives that enable healthcare managers to understand the importance and impact of productivity on sustainable management and the quality of healthcare services. The study was conducted through a documentary analysis, encompassing relevant research in the field of healthcare productivity. Different approaches and methodologies used to measure and evaluate productivity in the sector were identified. The findings emphasize the need to consider multiple factors, such as resource efficiency, service quality, and health outcomes, when assessing productivity in healthcare institutions. In conclusion, productivity in the healthcare sector plays a crucial role in effective healthcare service management. Healthcare managers should take these aspects into account to ensure the sustainability and quality of the services provided. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the topic and offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals interested in enhancing the management and performance of healthcare institutions.

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How to Cite
Arbaiza Fermini, L. A., Morales Ospina, Y., & Toledo Bernal, A. I. (2023). State of the art: productivity as a concept in the field of health. ECONÓMICAS CUC, 44(2), 235–252. https://doi.org/10.17981/econcuc.44.2.2023.Org.6
Issue
Vol. 44 No. 2 (2023)
Section
Articles: Administration, Organization and Methods
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