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[The emigration of physicians in Venezuela].
Tulia Hernández1, Yamileth Ortiz Gómez
1Instituto de Altos Estudios Dr. Arnoldo Gabaldon, Ministerio del Poder Popular para la Salud, Maracay, Venezuela.
Summary
Work-related factors significantly influence Venezuelan health professionals
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Medical Education
- Health Workforce Research
Context:
- Venezuelan healthcare system facing challenges.
- High emigration rates among health professionals.
- Limited data on emigration drivers in Venezuela.
Purpose:
- To identify factors influencing Venezuelan health professionals' intention to emigrate.
- To analyze work-related, professional, personal, and contextual drivers.
- To inform policy for retaining healthcare talent.
Summary:
- Work-related issues, such as work-life balance, pay, and resources, are primary drivers of emigration intention among Venezuelan health professionals and medical students.
- Professional development opportunities and better healthcare systems also motivate emigration.
- Personal and contextual factors, including the political and economic situation, have a lesser impact on emigration decisions.
Impact:
- Provides evidence for targeted interventions to mitigate brain drain.
- Informs strategies for improving working conditions and professional development.
- Contributes to understanding human resources for health challenges in Venezuela.
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