Retention of medical officers in the district health services

Expiry Date
: 18/09/2029
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This article explores factors influencing the retention of medical officers in South Africa's Western Cape district health services, identifying key issues such as career development, work environment, and personal considerations.

Keywords: district health services; district hospitals; primary healthcare; retention; workforce; medical officers; family physicians; staff satisfaction.

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Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The educational aim of this article is to identify and understand the factors affecting the retention of medical officers in public sector district health services, providing insights to improve retention strategies and enhance healthcare delivery in the Western Cape, South Africa.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. Insights into Retention Factors
  2. Improvement Strategies for Healthcare Services
  3. Enhanced Management Practices

Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
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