International Journal of Health Policy and Management

International Journal of Health Policy and Management

Coopetition Strategy in the Healthcare: Good or Bad?

Document Type : Letter to Editor

Authors
Zahra Sadeqi-Arani 1
Esmaeil Mazroui Nasrabadi 2
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
10.34172/ijhpm.8679
Abstract
Coopetition Strategy in the Healthcare: Good or Bad?
Keywords
Coopetition Strategy
Healthcare
Disadvantages
Advantages

 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
Volume 13, Issue 1
2024
Pages 1-3

  • Received Date 02 July 2024
  • Revised Date 08 November 2024
  • Accepted Date 13 November 2024
  • First Published Date 16 November 2024
  • Published Date 01 December 2024