Application of Geographic Information Systems (Gis) in the Selection of Suitable sites for health facilities establishment

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To prepare a report on the application of Geographic Information Systems for the selection of suitable sites/locations for health facilities establishment. METHOD: Information provided, concerning the application of Geographic information systems in the field of Health care. CONCLUSION: The potentials and capabilities of Geographic information systems in planning and decision making is widely known as an experimental tool but its real world application is yet to be realised. Geographic information systems can be used effectively as tool for decision making in relation to optimum gainful utilization of available medical resource in various areas.

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“…Various previous studies have used GIS in research, including Bunch, that uses GIS in spatial planning and environmental management [6]. Harahap in applying GIS for zoning fishing routes in the waters of Kalimantan Barat [28] and Grace is doing research related to GIS in determining health facilities [7].…”

“…Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are computer-based tools that can be used to collect, store, manipulate, and display spatial information [6]. GIS can be used effectively to support decision making in various fields such as social, economic, health, education, and so on [7].…”