Lebanon facing an exodus of psychiatrists when they are most needed

Cherro, Michele; El‐Khoury, Joseph

doi:10.1016/j.ajp.2022.103081

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“…Approximately 40% of skilled medical doctors have left the country, including many who had long-standing positions at prestigious university hospitals where they both practised medicine and imparted knowledge to future physicians. 9 According to the World Bank, this dimension of the Lebanese crisis perhaps makes the Lebanese episode unique compared with other global concerns. However, as the recent World Bank/CMI report shows, Lebanon is undoubtedly not the only country facing such challenges, especially in the Middle East and North Africa region.…”

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Faculty retention at a young medical school in crisis times and beyond: prospects, challenges and propositions from a mixed-methods study

Yazbeck Karam,

Bahous,

Awada

et al. 2024

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BackgroundRetention of faculty constitutes a significant challenge for higher education institutions, especially in times of crisis. Lebanon has been experiencing economic recession since the end of its civil war in 1990 until its complete collapse in 2019. This resulted in a massive faculty exodus, escaping the daily struggle with the sinking economy.PurposeThe purpose of this study was to empirically investigate the factors that precipitate faculty attrition and the measures that foster long-term commitment to the institution in a time of unprecedented crisis.MethodsAn online anonymous survey, using a Likert scale, gathered responses from 92 faculty members. Quantitative findings were complemented by a qualitative exploration of emergent themes in comments. A team of three certified researchers conducted the analysis. Inductive analysis identified recurring themes, with steps like intercoder reliability checks and member-checking enhancing data validity. The researchers ensured methodological rigour, subject expertise, and overall reliability and validity of the thematic analysis.ResultsA total of 78 faculty participated in the survey (84.8%), with 79.5% reporting overall satisfaction, but a varying degree of satisfaction was noted across items. Faculty satisfaction was highest in areas such as respectful interactions (91.0%), belonging to the workplace (85.9%), communication from the Dean’s office (85.9%), supportive environment and medical school leadership’s commitment to retaining faculty (82.1%). Financial assistance, support for research and professional assistance were identified as important retention measures. Effective, transparent communication from leadership was highlighted as a critical factor during times of crisis.ConclusionThis study provides strategies for faculty retention in times of crisis that include ensuring timely salary payments, supporting research and professional development, fostering a positive work environment and implementing bonding programmes. Transparent communication from leadership is vital for faculty satisfaction and retention. These findings can aid medical schools and other institutions facing faculty attrition during crises.

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confidence: 99%