Analysis of a Health Care Delivery System of Pakistan and Canada: Health Care Delivery System of Pakistan and Canada

Yasmeen Ghafoor; Samreena Ghafoor; Awais Bilal

doi:10.54393/nrs.v2i02.15

Authors

Yasmeen Ghafoor College of Nursing, Government Teaching Hospital Shahdara Lahore, Pakistan
Samreena Ghafoor College of Nursing, Children Hospital Lahore, Pakistan
Awais Bilal HR Department, Iqbal Garden Housing Society Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/nrs.v2i02.15

Keywords:

Health Care, System, Analysis, Pakistan, Canada

Abstract

Health care is an important sector of any country as it is related with public health. This article compares the healthcare delivery systems of two countries, Pakistan and Canada, with the aim of identifying similarities and differences and making recommendations for improvement. The study was conducted using a comparative approach, examining the healthcare systems' structures, policies, processes, and outcomes. The findings suggest that while both countries have strengths and weaknesses in their healthcare delivery systems, Canada's system is more comprehensive, with a higher level of access, quality, and equity. The study highlights the need for Pakistan to improve its healthcare system by increasing the availability of resources, strengthening the healthcare infrastructure, and ensuring the quality of care. The authors also suggest that Canada can improve its system by focusing on reducing healthcare costs, improving the efficiency of its system, and increasing access to care. This article provides valuable insights into the healthcare delivery systems of both countries and serves as a reference for policymakers and healthcare professionals seeking to improve the health outcomes of their populations.

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