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Universal Journal of Public Health Vol. 13(4), pp. 1000 - 1007
DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130422
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Toward Effective Governance: An Assessment of Managerial Capacity in Thai District Health Boards
Civilaiz Wanaratwichit , Orawan Keeratisiroj *
Department of Community Health, Faculty of Public Health, Naresuan University, Thailand
ABSTRACT
In Thailand, addressing implementation challenges in district health boards (DHBs) involves practical aspects such as fostering integrated participation and collaboration, understanding DHBs' roles, and ensuring proper data management, including effective handling of working budgets and structural aspects. This study aims to assess the managerial capacity of DHBs and identify the factors influencing their managerial effectiveness. A cross-sectional self-report survey was conducted among members of DHBs in Health Service Region 2, located in the lower northern region of Thailand. The data were collected from 181 participants through a structured questionnaire. The overall mean score for the managerial capacity of DHBs was high (mean = 3.72, SD = 0.60). Factors influencing DHB managerial capacity included training on the role (尾 = 0.254), relationships among DHB members (尾 = 0.146), and perceptions of DHB roles (尾 = 0.553). The managerial capacity of DHBs demonstrates excellence in decision-making processes aimed at improving the health and quality of life in the district. It is recommended that training policies for DHB members, along with a focus on role perception and relationship-building among DHB members, be emphasized for further enhancement.
KEYWORDS
Capacity Building, District Health Board, Health System, Health Services, Managerial Capacity, Thailand Health District
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Civilaiz Wanaratwichit , Orawan Keeratisiroj , "Toward Effective Governance: An Assessment of Managerial Capacity in Thai District Health Boards," Universal Journal of Public Health, Vol. 13, No. 4, pp. 1000 - 1007, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130422.
(b). APA Format:
Civilaiz Wanaratwichit , Orawan Keeratisiroj (2025). Toward Effective Governance: An Assessment of Managerial Capacity in Thai District Health Boards. Universal Journal of Public Health, 13(4), 1000 - 1007. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130422.