Keywords
Turkish healthcare system
attitude scale
Türkiye
scale development
How to Cite
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to develop a scale to assess public attitudes towards the inclusion of foreign healthcare workers in the Turkish healthcare system.
Theoretical framework – The research idea and model were developed based on a review of the literature.
Design/methodology/approach – Within the scope of the study, the scale development process was applied. The study sample consists of 500 people living in the Karabağlar district of Izmir, Türkiye.
Findings – Factor analysis revealed a structure consisting of four factors and 24 items. These factors were named "Negative Perspective," "Professional Confidence," "Acceptance" and "Education Policy" to best reflect the items grouped under them. The structure determined by factor analysis was confirmed using confirmatory factor analysis.
Practical & social implications – With globalization, foreign healthcare professionals can work in many countries besides their own. This study, which examines public attitudes towards foreign healthcare professionals working or intending to work in Türkiye, is expected to guide subsequent studies in the field. This demonstrates the social impact of the study.
Originality/value – A scale not previously developed in the literature was developed within the scope of this study. This scale is original in terms of methodology and human resources.
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