Delivery systems

  1. Healthcare Delivery System : Organization and structure that provides healthcare services to individuals and population. 

  2. Interdisciplinary Team: Group of healthcare professionals from various fields who collaborate to provide comprehensive patient care. 

  3. Primary Care: Basic or general healthcare typically provided by physicians whoa re the first point of contact for patients. 

  4. Specialist: A medical doctor who focuses on a specific area of medicine or a particular group of patients. 

  5. Acute Care : Short-term treatment for severe or urgent medical conditions, often in a hospital setting. 

  6. Chronic Care : Ongoing care and management of long-term health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease. 

  7. Ambulatory Care: Medical services provided on an outpatient basis, without admission to a hospital. 

  8. Inpatient Care : Medical treatment given to a patient who is admitted to a hospital or healthcare facility. 

  9. Outpatient Care: Healthcare services that do not require an overnight hospital stay. 

  10. Patient Care Services: A broad range of services aimed at diagnosing, treating, and supporting patients health needs. 

  11. Medical Specialty: Specific branch of medical practice focused on a particular group of Diseases, patient types, or methods of treatment. 

  12. Diagnostic Services: Medical tests and procedures used to identify a disease or condition. 

  13. Therapeutic Services : Treatments and interventions aimed at curing or managing diseases and improving patient health. 

  14. Preventive Care: Health services that focus on disease prevention and health maintenance, such as vaccinations and screenings. 

  15. Palliative Care: Specialized medical care that focuses on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses.