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National Healthcare Delivery System in India
| Author/Editor : | Dr Dibyendunarayan D. Bid (PT), Ph.D |
|---|---|
| Pages : | 275 |
| Specialty : | Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation |
| Book Type : | Academic & Professional |
Healthcare delivery systems worldwide face unprecedented challenges in meeting the diverse needs of their respective populations. India, with its population exceeding 1.4 billion and stark socioeconomic disparities, faces unique complexities in providing accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to all citizens. The healthcare landscape has evolved significantly since independence; however, substantial gaps persist in infrastructure, human resources, financing, and equity.
This textbook, the National Healthcare Delivery System in India, emerges from the recognition that healthcare professionals, particularly physiotherapists, must understand the broader health system context in which they practice. The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) syllabus mandates comprehensive knowledge of healthcare delivery systems, acknowledging that clinical excellence alone is insufficient without understanding how systems function, how policies shape practice, and how professionals can contribute to improving the population’s health.
The book adopts a systematic approach to explore India’s healthcare ecosystem. Beginning with foundational concepts of health system organization and moving through detailed examinations of the public and private sectors, national programs, and policy frameworks, each chapter builds upon the previous one to create a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The content addresses contemporary challenges, including the dual disease burden, demographic transitions, healthcare financing constraints, and the imperative of universal health coverage.
Special emphasis was placed on the practical relevance for physiotherapy students and professionals. Case studies illustrate real-world applications, and discussions on health insurance, corporatization, and globalization prepare readers for the complexities of modern medical practice. The book explores how physiotherapists fit within the broader health workforce, their roles in addressing national health priorities, and the expectations society holds for rehabilitation professionals.
Distinguished contributors from across India have brought their expertise to the individual chapters, ensuring diverse perspectives and regional insights. Their collective experience in education, clinical practice, and health system research enriches the content with practical wisdom and theoretical knowledge. We aspire for this textbook to function as both a comprehensive reference and a catalyst for critical engagement with healthcare delivery in India. We hope this inspires readers to excel in their professional capacities and contribute significantly to the enhancement of India’s health system for the benefit of all.
Foreword v, vii
Preface ix
Acknowledgement xi
Chapters
Introduction to Healthcare Delivery System 1
Dr Dibyendunarayan D. Bid (PT), Ph.D.,
Dr Manoj Kumar, (PT), MPT (Neuro)
Healthcare Delivery System in India at Primary, Secondary
and Tertiary Care 6
Dr Dharti Himanshu Pansala (PT), MPT (Musculoskeletal)
Community Participation in Healthcare Delivery System 16
Dr Shweta D. Patel (PT), MPT (Ortho)
Health Systems in Developed Countries 27
Dr Sachin Chaudhary (PT), MPT (Cardiorespiratory),
Dr Neha Sachin Chaudhary (PT), MPT (Neuro)
Private Sector in Healthcare 42
Dr Chitra Sharma (PT), MPT (Neuro)
National Health Mission 56
Dr Vijay Kumar Tripathi (PT), MPT (Sports)
National Health Policy 72
Dr Rakesh Kumar Sinha, (PT), MPT (Sports),
Dr Saumi Sinha, (PT), MPT (Cardiopumonary)
Issues in Health Care Delivery System in India 87
Dr Bharati Asgaonkar (PT), MSc (PT)
National Health Programs 103
Dr Hari Babu K. V. (PT), Ph.D.,
Dr Sunil Jitubhai Bhavsar (PT), MPT (Cardiopulmonary)
Health Scenario of India - Past, Present and Future 118
Dr Ranveer Mahato (PT), MPT (Geriatrics), Ph.D.
Introduction to the Profession of Physiotherapy 131
Dr Dibyendunarayan D. Bid (PT), Ph.D,
Dr Ankurkumar Premjibhai Khant, (PT), Ph.D.
The Concepts of Health and Disease, Risk Factors, and the Role of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 146
Dr Pranali Saurabh Thakkar, (PT), Ph.D.
Explore the Corporatization of Healthcare 160
Dr Upendranath Goswami (PT), MPT,
Dr Sharad Soman (PT), MPT (Ortho)
Identify the Globalization of Healthcare 174
Dr Thangamani Ramalingam Alagappan, (PT), Ph.D.
Dr Dibyendunarayan D. Bid (PT), Ph.D.
Assess the Prospects of New Healthcare Reform 187
Dr Komal Ashokbhai Abhichandani, (PT), MPT (Neuro)
Understanding Various Types of Health Services, Professionals and Their Training, Practice Requirements, and Practice Settings in India 200
Dr Hemangi Dilipbhai Parmar (PT), MPT (Neuro)
Differentiating Between Primary Care and Specialty Care, and Identifying the Causes of Imbalance Between Primary Care and Specialty Care in India 212
Dr Aparna A. Bachkaniwala, (PT), MPT (Neuro)
Study the Role of Healthcare Financing and Its Impact on the Delivery of Healthcare in India 229
Dr Komal S. Modi, (PT), MPT (Cardiorespiratory)
Understanding the Basic Concept of Insurance and How General Insurance Terminology Applies to Health Insurance in India 243
Dr Chaitany Prabodhchandra Patel, (PT), MPT (Neuro)
Index 256
Dr Dibyendunarayan D. Bid (PT), PhD, is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at The Sarvajanik College of Physiotherapy, Surat. With three decades of teaching and clinical experience, he holds a PhD and an MPT in Orthopedic Physiotherapy. A prolific researcher and author of multiple books, he received the Significant Contribution Award in 2014 from the Indian Association of Physiotherapists and the Rehabilitation Professional Award in 2020. He has guided MPT students since 2011 and PhD scholars since 2020.
Subject Category : Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
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