THE IMPORTANCE OF THE RESILIENCE OF HEALTH INSTITUTIONS IN THE EVOLUTION OF HEALTH SERVICES IN ROMANIA

Felicia Catalina Racoare (Apetroi) ()
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Felicia Catalina Racoare (Apetroi): "Grigore T.Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iasi

EUFIRE Conference Proceedings Series, 2025, vol. 1, issue 1, 327-338

Abstract: Medical problems and economic crises that have hindered the evolution of society are as much a part of human civilization as the efforts to eradicate them. Problems related to public healthcare and efforts to support it represent a global challenge that has evolved over time from population health surveillance to epidemic eradication, then to the identification of health needs, to the development of health promotion strategies and, finally, to the status of evaluating and maintaining health services in the face of challenges. 21st century Romania is faced with underfinancing of the health system, poor access to medical services, a hospital network often not in line with the requirements of scientific progress and insufficient education in terms of medical information and prevention, although the theoretical concern to analyse the health system and its efficiency exists, as demonstrated by the multitude of reports and studies conducted by researchers in the field. The present study approaches the interdisciplinary theme of health system resilience, presenting the process of establishing the health system with its economic, social, and medical implications, in order to show an overview of the evolution of the Romanian medical system. Romanian healthcare and population insurance against medical, economic and social risks is a permanent concern of both decision-makers and the population. This article aims to examine the events that formed the basis of the establishment of health services in Romania, respectively their evolution, in order to show that through a strategic and integrated approach, health institutions can become more efficient, accessible and prepared for the future. This research also aims to highlight the importance of the resilience of health institutions to ensure the continuity and efficiency of health services, especially in the context of crises such as pandemics or economic difficulties. A resilient health system has the capacity to adapt to changes and maintain its functionality for the benefit of the population.

Keywords: resilience; healthcare; financing; sustainability; health insurance (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: B15 H10 I18 O1 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.47743/eufire-2025-1-26

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