Healthcare Should Be Public or Private?

Saima Rubab*, Saira Mehboob Ali Lalani**
* Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
** Aga Khan University, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Karachi, Pakistan.
Periodicity:October - December'2024

Abstract

The dynamics of public and private healthcare systems are explored in this study, along with an analysis of their unique characteristics and underlying difficulties. Public healthcare, which is usually supported by the government, places a high priority on equity and universal access to medical care. On the other hand, a lack of resources may lead to longer wait times and less specialized care. However, due to competition and innovation, private healthcare, which uses a fee-for- service approach, provides quicker access and a wider range of services. Expensive charges could make accessibility more difficult. For a healthcare framework to be inclusive and comprehensive, these systems must be balanced harmoniously. By working together and implementing strategic policies, it is possible to capitalize on the advantages of both industries and provide accessible and reasonably priced healthcare for a wide range of people.

Keywords

Private Healthcare, Public Healthcare, Government, Medical Care, Specialized Care, Competition, Innovation, Strategic Policies

How to Cite this Article?

Rubab, S., and Lalani, S. M. A. (2024). Healthcare Should Be Public or Private? i-manager’s Journal on Nursing, 14(3), 1-4.
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