tervishoiupalkade

Tervishoiupalkade is a healthcare system that originated in Estonia. The term is composed of two words, "tervishoiu" meaning healthcare and "palkade" meaning pays. In the context of this system, it refers to the financial compensation or incentives provided to medical professionals, particularly doctors, for providing high-quality or specialist healthcare services in underserved or rural areas.

The system is designed to address the geographical disparities in health care delivery and the shortage of medical specialists in some regions. Medical professionals who practice in these areas are offered a higher salary or other benefits as an incentive to stay in their roles, thereby improving the availability and quality of healthcare services.

The goal of Tervishoiupalkade is to create a more equitable health care system by promoting a more even distribution of medical professionals across the country. This initiative aims to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in areas where access to medical care is limited.

Tervishoiupalkade is a policy implemented by the Estonian government to address specific health care challenges. The effectiveness of this policy in achieving its objectives has been the subject of research studies and evaluations. While the specific outcomes and impact of the policy are not universally agreed upon, Tervishoiupalkade remains an important component of Estonia's health care system.