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Thai physicians' career satisfaction
Somkiat Wattanasirichaigoon1, Navapun Polboon, Hansa Ruksakom
1Faculty of Medicine, Srinakharinwirot University, Bangkok, Thailand. somkiwat@ccme.or.th
Summary
Most Thai physicians report high career satisfaction. Factors like age, exercise, and accident history significantly influence physician satisfaction, suggesting areas for targeted interventions to improve well-being.
Area of Science:
- Medical Sociology
- Public Health
- Physician Workforce Studies
Background:
- Physician satisfaction is crucial for healthcare system stability and quality of care.
- Understanding factors influencing physician satisfaction in Thailand is essential for targeted interventions.
- Previous research on Thai physician satisfaction is limited, necessitating current data collection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the level of career satisfaction among Thai physicians.
- To identify key factors influencing and predicting physician satisfaction in Thailand.
- To provide recommendations for enhancing physician job satisfaction.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was conducted between October 2002 and March 2003.
- Data were collected from 380 Thai physicians (86.3% response rate) via mailed questionnaires and telephone interviews.
- Systematic random sampling was used to recruit participants, with demographic data including age and gender collected.
Main Results:
- A high level of career satisfaction was reported by 60.2% of Thai physicians, with 37.2% reporting moderate satisfaction.
- The average age of participants was 40.9 years (male: 43.9, female: 37.7).
- Significant predictors of physician satisfaction included age, engagement in exercise, and history of accidents.
Conclusions:
- The majority of Thai physicians experience high career satisfaction.
- Age, regular exercise, and accident history are identified as significant factors impacting physician satisfaction.
- Recommendations are proposed to improve Thai physician satisfaction based on study findings.
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