Integrating the Roles of Family Medicine, Nursing, and Administrative Technicians in Enhancing Primary Healthcare: A Theoretical Perspective

Abstract

Integrating the roles of family medicine, nursing, and administrative technicians is essential for enhancing primary healthcare, as evidenced by various theoretical perspectives. Strong primary care organization (PCO) is crucial for addressing unmet health needs, emphasizing the importance of multiprofessional teams that include family physicians, registered nurses (RNs), and administrative staff to provide coordinated, person-centered care(Akman et al., 2022; Kennedy, 2014). RNs can play a pivotal role in collaborative practices, improving efficiency and population health outcomes through their leadership and specialized services(Kennedy, 2014). Furthermore, the transition from a disease-focused to a person-centered approach necessitates a structural shift in healthcare systems, where family medicine practitioners engage continuously with patients to assess their health needs effectively(Van Weel). This integration fosters a holistic understanding of patients within their familial and community contexts, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes and cost-effectiveness in primary healthcare delivery(Daboul & Al-Faham, 2013).