Assessing the Challenges of Medical Practitioners’ Retention and Its Implications in a Developing Economy
Hezekiah O. Falola,
Oluwatunmise O. Ojebola
Abstract:The high turnover rate of medical personnel in Nigeria is becoming alarming as many of them are leaving the country for developed nations for better job opportunities. This has contributed to the shortage of doctors and nurses in the Nigeria health sector. The study’s objective is to crystallise the challenges of health worker retention in Nigeria through a critical literature review. The study used data from previously published peer-reviewed articles published in recognised and credible scientific journals. … Show more
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