BearingPoint study highlights innovations for better patient outcomes and healthcare workforce well-being. The study reveals that outdated management practices and a shortage of healthcare professionals are straining Europe’s healthcare systems, but innovative models show promise in improving staff retention and patient care.
European hospitals are at a crossroads – if not a breaking point. According to the World Health Organization, there is a shortage of some 1.8 million healthcareprofessionals in Europe. This strain has stretched workforces thin and raised concerns over patient care. However, a new study by management and technology consultancy BearingPoint reveals that solutions lie in transforming hospital management models and embracing technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).
The study conducted across six European countries, surveyed 300 healthcareprofessionals and institution directors. It revealed that outdated management structures are driving away healthcare professionals, leaving hospitals ill-equipped to meet patient needs. Younger healthcare workers, in particular, are increasingly unwilling to commit to long-term careers in healthcare due to these archaic practices. However, the study highlights a path forward, showcasing innovative hospitals implementing flexible and collaborative management models to enhance staff satisfaction and patient outcomes.