Coopetition Strategy in the Healthcare: Good or Bad?

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1 Department of Business management and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Financial Science, Management and Entrepreneurship, University of Kashan, Kashan, Iran

2 Department of Business Management, Faculty of Financial Science, Management and Entrepreneurship, University of Kashan, Kashan, Iran

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 Dear Editor,

 

Today, the healthcare system faces three major challenges in delivering healthcare services: (i) shortages of medical equipment, hospitals, and qualified healthcare professionals1,2; (ii) growing overall demand due to a rising population and unforeseen events such as pandemics and natural disasters3-5; and (iii) escalating costs, which hinder affordability.6 Traditionally, these challenges are framed as the “Triple Aim” of healthcare: improving access, affordability, and quality.7 Addressing these interconnected issues is essential for creating a more resilient healthcare system. ...(Read more...)

 

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International Journal of Health Policy and Management

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  • Receive Date: 02 July 2024
  • Revise Date: 08 November 2024
  • Accept Date: 13 November 2024
  • First Publish Date: 16 November 2024

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