Journal article
Devolution to democratic health authorities in Saskatchewan: an interim report.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: In 1995 Saskatchewan adopted a district health board structure in which two-thirds of members are elected and the rest are appointed. This study examines the opinions of board members about health care reform and devolution of authority from the province to the health districts.
METHODS: All 357 members of Saskatchewan district health boards were surveyed in 1997; 275 (77%) responded. Analyses included comparisons between elected …
Authors
Lewis SJ; Kouri D; Estabrooks CA; Dickinson H; Dutchak JJ; Williams JI; Mustard C; Hurley J
Journal
Canadian Medical Association Journal, Vol. 164, No. 3, pp. 343–347
Publication Date
February 6, 2001
ISSN
0820-3946
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Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
AdultAgedAttitude of Health PersonnelAttitude to HealthConflict, PsychologicalDecision Making, OrganizationalDemocracyFemaleGoverning BoardHealth Care ReformHumansInterprofessional RelationsJob DescriptionMaleMiddle AgedNational Health ProgramsOrganizational InnovationOrganizational ObjectivesPoliticsProfessional CompetenceQuality of Health CareRegional Health PlanningSaskatchewanSocial SupportSurveys and Questionnaires