Title

Assessment of Collaboration in US Health Care Delivery: A Perspective from Systems Theory

Authors

Authors

J. McCovery;J. Matusitz

Comments

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Abbreviated Journal Title

Soc. Work Public Health

Keywords

Collaboration; health care; systems theory; United States; Public, Environmental & Occupational Health; Social Work

Abstract

This analysis applies the core principles of systems theory to health care delivery in the United States. Particularly examined is the role of collaboration between health care agencies/organizations in the United States. This includes cooperation and teamwork among health professionals (i.e., nurses, technicians, physicians, and laboratory staff). By and large, systems theory posits that (a) all singular units within a system are interconnected and (b) the whole is more than the sum of its parts. This analysis identifies areas within the U.S. public health system where it is essential to embody elements of cooperation and collaboration, not only to bolster physical and financial support, but also to ensure a substantial impact within the community.

Journal Title

Social Work in Public Health

Volume

29

Issue/Number

5

Publication Date

1-1-2014

Document Type

Article

Language

English

First Page

451

Last Page

461

WOS Identifier

WOS:000341141500006

ISSN

1937-1918

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