** In a comprehensive hospital organization **
Consultation, both internal and external, is a fundamental mechanism in the functioning of a comprehensive hospital organization. Through it, it seeks to obtain information, knowledge and diverse perspectives for decision-making, problem solving and the continuous improvement of services.
**Internal Consultation Internal consultation refers to the search for opinions and knowledge within the organization itself. It can involve at different hierarchical levels and functional areas. Its main objectives are:
* Generate ideas:** Encourage employee participation in identifying opportunities for improvement and problem solving.
* Consolidate knowledge:** Take advantage of the specialized knowledge of health professionals to address complex challenges.
* Increase commitment:** Engage employees in decision-making processes, strengthening their sense of belonging and commitment to the organization.
**Types of internal consultation:**
* Committees:** Work groups formed by professionals from different areas to analyze specific topics.
* Surveys:** Collection of information through questionnaires to evaluate employee satisfaction, perception of services and other relevant aspects.
* FOCAL GROUPS:** Small group discussion sessions to explore topics in depth and gain qualitative perspectives.
* Mental:** Relationship between an experienced professional and a less experienced one to facilitate the development of skills and knowledge.
** External Consultation
The outer consultation involves the search for knowledge and experiences outside the organization. It can involve external experts, other health institutions, academic organizations, or patients. Its main objectives are:
* Get new perspectives:** Introduce new ideas and approaches to address complex challenges.
* Access to expertise:** Take advantage of the experience of external experts in specific areas.
* Establish strategic alliances:** Collaborate with other institutions to strengthen the offer of services and improve the quality of care.
**Types of external consultation:**
* **Advisory:** Hiring external experts to provide guidance in specific areas.
* **Benchmarking:** Comparison of the practices of the organization with those of other leading institutions in the sector.
* Collaborative research:** Participation in research projects with academic institutions or other organizations.
* Collaboration networks:** Establishment of relationships with other organizations to share knowledge and resources.
**Benefits of internal and external consultation:**
* Improvement of decision-making:** When considering multiple perspectives, more informed and effective decisions are made.
* Greater Innovation:** The consultation encourages the generation of new ideas and approaches.
* Increased patient satisfaction:** Services are better adapted to the needs and expectations of patients.





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