Systems Thinking Analyses for Health Policy and Systems Development: A Malaysian Case Study

Health systems are complex and interdependent, and this book presents them as a coherent whole, using a systems-thinking lens. It focuses on Malaysia as a case study to demonstrate the evolution of a health system from a low-income developing status to one of the most resilient health systems today.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 558 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Health systems are intricate and interconnected, requiring a comprehensive understanding to enhance population health. Policymakers, scholars, and students strive to navigate the complexities of managing health systems effectively. However, previous research has often overlooked the intersections and interactions of health with various other systems and determinants. This book ambitiously endeavors to present health systems as a unified entity, employing a systems-thinking lens. Through the lens of Malaysia, it showcases the remarkable transformation of a health system from a low-income developing status to one of remarkable resilience. A collaborative effort involving multidisciplinary academics, policymakers, and practitioners with extensive experience provides a candid analysis of what worked and what could be improved. The result is an engaging, informative, and thought-provoking contribution to the ongoing debate. This title is available in Open Access, ensuring accessibility to a broader audience.

ISBN-13: 9781108949675