klinikutes
Klinikutes are a term used in health policy and community medicine to describe a class of small, community-centered healthcare facilities intended to provide accessible primary care, preventive services, and rapid diagnostics. They often integrate in-person care with digital health tools and data-sharing within a local network, aiming to improve continuity of care and community health outcomes.
Etymology and scope: The word appears to be a neologism formed from klinik (clinic) and a plural
Organization and services: Klinikutes are typically organized as cooperatives or nonprofit units linked to a broader
Models, governance and challenges: They are funded through public health budgets, grants, or social enterprises, with
History and evaluation: The concept has gained traction in policy debates and pilot programs in several countries