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ArticleHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2024

Characterizing Managerial Decision Making in Public Hospitals: A Case Study from Romania.

Carmen Marinela Cumpăt, Daniela Huțu, Bogdan Rusu, Muthana Zouri, Nicoleta Zouri

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Carmen Marinela CumpătDepartment of Medical Specialties III, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-2564-537X
Daniela HuțuFaculty of Economics and Business Administration, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, Carol Boulevard, nr. 11, 700506 Iasi, Romania.
Bogdan RusuFaculty of Industrial Design and Business Management, "Gheorghe Asachi" Technical University of Iași, 700050 Iasi, Romania.
Muthana ZouriPilon School of Business, Sheridan College, 4180 Duke of York Boulevard, Mississauga, ON L5B 0G5, Canada.
Nicoleta ZouriSchool of Engineering Technology and Applied Science, Centennial College, 941 Progress Ave., Scarborough, ON M1G 3T8, Canada.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

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objectivesOur study investigates the primary characteristics of managerial decision-making processes in the public hospital units in Romania, particularly in the Northeast region. This research aims to delineate the decision-making model applied by managers in these units, considering the multitude of legislative, economic, technical, ethical, and organizational changes prompted by the pandemic.

methodsA mixed-method research approach was utilized, combining semi-structured interviews and autoethnography, to capture experiences, attitudes, perceptions, motivations, and ethical considerations of decision-makers within the healthcare system.

resultsThe findings revealed that managerial decisions in public hospitals were influenced by unique elements such as the vulnerability and support needs of patients, the absence of a clear hierarchy, the personalized nature of healthcare services, the complexity of care processes, and the use of advanced technology. External factors, notably political and economic influences, alongside internal ethical dilemmas, significantly impacted decision making.

conclusionsThis study identifies the reliance on evidence-based decision making and a consultative managerial style as key to addressing these challenges. This research contributes theoretically by comparing decision-making models and practically by identifying a decision-making model that includes forms, techniques, and tools that could guide managers in decision making in Romanian public hospitals.

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autoethnographic methodologydecision-making triangulationmanagerial decision makingmanagerial ethics in healthcareresource allocation in hospitalsstrategic healthcare reforms

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