Designing a Regional Policy-Making Ecosystem Framework for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Using a Qualitative Approach

Abstract

Objective: The aim of the present study was to design a regional policy-making ecosystem framework for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education using a qualitative approach.   Methodology: The research method was descriptive-analytical and practical in nature. The statistical population consisted of experts in the Ministry of Health and Medical Education. Based on the nature of the research, a purposive sampling method was used to select 20 individuals holding at least a master's or doctoral degree and having more than five years of experience in this field. For data collection, field methods and semi-structured interview tools were employed. The data obtained were analyzed using open, axial, and selective coding techniques.   Findings: The findings identified 12 factors: current situation analysis, coordination and collaboration, monitoring and evaluation, resource management and oversight, infrastructure and technology, international cooperation, sustainable development, national policies, public participation, process readiness, value network process, and process achievements.   Conclusion: Accordingly, it can be concluded that the proposed framework can serve as a comprehensive guide for designing and implementing a regional policy-making ecosystem for the Ministry of Health and Medical Education. Additionally, it can assist organizations and stakeholders in collaborating more effectively and leveraging available opportunities. Each of the components must be considered interactively and simultaneously to achieve the desired outcomes. Objective: The aim of the present study was to design a regional policy-making ecosystem framework for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education using a qualitative approach. Methodology: The research method was descriptive-analytical and practical in nature. The statistical population consisted of experts in the Ministry of Health and Medical Education. Based on the nature of the research, a purposive sampling method was used to select 20 individuals holding at least a master's or doctoral degree and having more than five years of experience in this field. For data collection, field methods and semi-structured interview tools were employed. The data obtained were analyzed using open, axial, and selective coding techniques. Findings: The findings identified 12 factors: current situation analysis, coordination and collaboration, monitoring and evaluation, resource management and oversight, infrastructure and technology, international cooperation, sustainable development, national policies, public participation, process readiness, value network process, and process achievements. Conclusion: Accordingly, it can be concluded that the proposed framework can serve as a comprehensive guide for designing and implementing a regional policy-making ecosystem for the Ministry of Health and Medical Education. Additionally, it can assist organizations and stakeholders in collaborating more effectively and leveraging available opportunities. Each of the components must be considered interactively and simultaneously to achieve the desired outcomes.