STRATEGY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PEDIATRIC SERVICE AT THE LEVEL OF MEDICAL INSTITUTION POLTAVA

Area of Science:

• Pediatric healthcare management
• Public health policy
• Infectious disease response

Background:

• The Poltava Children's City Clinical Hospital provides essential medical care to the pediatric population.
• Collaboration with the National Health Service of Ukraine (NSHU) is a key priority, particularly within the medical guarantees program.
• Since March 2020, the hospital established dedicated infectious disease beds for COVID-19 patients, fully equipped with centralized oxygen supply.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze the operational activities of a medical institution in delivering pediatric healthcare.
• To evaluate the hospital's strategic approach to management, including financial, personnel, and resource planning.
• To assess the hospital's engagement with national health programs and quality standards.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of institutional activities and strategic planning principles.
• Review of cooperation with the National Health Service of Ukraine and medical guarantee programs.
• Assessment of quality standards adherence and surgical activity metrics.

Main Results:

• The hospital employs a programmatic and targeted approach to management, integrating state, regional, and local health initiatives.
• Active engagement in forming and signing medical guarantee packages with the NSHU for 2022.
• High surgical activity is maintained in surgical departments, incorporating modern surgical interventions.

Conclusions:

• The hospital demonstrates a strategic commitment to pediatric healthcare, evidenced by its COVID-19 response and NSHU collaboration.
• Effective management relies on programmatic approaches, financial planning, and adherence to quality standards.
• Continued focus on surgical excellence and strategic partnerships is crucial for future service delivery.