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Thank you very much for your thoughtful reply to DQ4! According to Buswell (2023), as you know, “The level of services for mental healthcare in Saudi Arabia has developed over the past 30 years. In addition, the country created a national Mental Health Policy in 2006. Those with mental health problems are treated at the primary care level through health centers in the first instance. Serious or persistent problems, on the other hand, are referred to psychiatric hospitals, community residential facilities, or outpatient treatment.” If you were to explain this to someone in terms of private vs. public facilities, how would you do so? Thanks,Dr. Ide ReferencesBuswell, G. (2023, July 27). The healthcare system in Saudi Arabia. Expatica. https://www.expatica.com/sa/healthcare/healthcare-…
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Public and Private Healthcare Facilities
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Public and Private Healthcare Facilities
Introduction
Healthcare facilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia cover a wide range, with both
public and private organizations playing important roles in the healthcare system (Alumran et
al., 2021). King Faisal Specialist Hospital (private) and King Abdulaziz Medical City
(public) are two separate instances that provide important insights into the distinctions and
similarities between these various healthcare facilities.
The Difference and Similarities
As a private institution, King Faisal Specialist Hospital is distinguished for its
plentiful amenities and expert medical care (Isbister & Al Sanea, 2001). In comparison to
public hospitals, it frequently has shorter waiting times for a variety of medical treatments
and surgical procedures. The hospital’s financial stability, which allows it to invest in stateof-the-art medical technology and draw top-tier medical experts, is supported by patient fees
and private investments (Isbister & Al Sanea, 2001). Because they believe they will receive
better care and more individualized attention at private hospitals like King Faisal Specialist
Hospital, patients frequently choose them. However, the price of services might often be
much higher, which may restrict some people’s access to healthcare.
King Abdulaziz Medical City, on the other hand, is a government-funded and run
public healthcare centre. It focuses on delivering basic healthcare to a larger population,
giving Saudi nationals and residents care at reduced costs or occasionally free (Al-Rowaily,
2010). Due to its larger size and higher patient traffic, this public hospital frequently has
longer wait times. Although it might not have as many opulent amenities as private
institutions, it is nonetheless essential in ensuring that all population groups have fair access
to healthcare.
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How The Law Impacts the Operation of These Facilities
The legal system in Saudi Arabia has a big impact on how these institutions work.
The Ministry of Health’s rules and policies are primarily responsible for overseeing the
nation’s healthcare system. Private hospitals like King Faisal Specialist Hospital are required
to abide by stringent licensing and accreditation requirements to ensure a minimal level of
quality and safety (Isbister & Al Sanea, 2001). In order to avoid price gouging and guarantee
accessibility, they are also subject to restrictions regarding insurance coverage and pricing.
Government funding supports public hospitals like King Abdulaziz Medical City,
which are also governed by national healthcare regulations aimed at making healthcare
services accessible and cheap for all inhabitants and citizens (Al-Rowaily, 2010). These
facilities must work within their budgetary restrictions because they are funded by the state
budget, which occasionally results in resource shortages and lengthier wait times.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Saudi Arabia’s public and private healthcare facilities have diverse
functions within the healthcare system. Public hospitals place a higher priority on
accessibility and affordability of healthcare services than private healthcare institutions,
which may provide more opulent amenities and specialized treatment. These hospitals’
activities are heavily influenced by Saudi Arabian law, which also ensures that they adhere to
particular criteria and support the country’s broader healthcare goals.
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References
Al-Rowaily, M. A. (2010). Prevalence of refractive errors among pre-school children at King
Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Saudi Journal of
Ophthalmology, 24(2), 45-48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjopt.2010.01.001
Alumran, A., Almutawa, H., Alzain, Z., Althumairi, A., & Khalid, N. (2021). Comparing
public and private hospitals’ service quality. Journal of Public Health, 29, 839-845.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10389-019-01188-9
Isbister, W. H., & Al Sanea, N. (2001). The cutting seton: an experience at King Faisal
Specialist Hospital. Diseases of the colon & rectum, 44, 722-727.
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02234574
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