The Vacant Frontlines: A Review of the Doctors to the Barrios and the Gap in the Philippine Health

Human ResourcesReported by Bien Eli Nillos, MD

85%

16%

I find fulfillment in my work as DTTB

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

75%

25%

DOH appreciates my work

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

58%

42%

I am satisfied with the support I receive from the LGU

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

56%

44%

I am satisfied with the support I receive from

DOH COAgree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

27%

73%

I have the supplies which I need to do my job well and safely

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

30%

71%

My RHU has access to resources for health programs and projects

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

42%

58%

My health center has good access to essential drugs and medications

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

39%

61%

I work with a competent LGU

Agree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

79%

21%

My salary is fairAgree or Strongly AgreeDisagree or Strongly Disagree

56%

44%

My representation and travel al-lowances are fair

Agree or Strongly Agree Disagree or Strongly Disagree

53.5

23.9

18.3

8.5

4.22.81.4

Reasons for Joining the DTTBReturn Service

Opportunity to serve

Interest in Public Health and Com. Med

Experience and Adventure

Fulfilment and Meaning in Life

Master's degree and career opportunities

Good salary

Top Factors that would make the DTTB stay

1. Local government support 2. Good salary and compensation3. Family4. Career advancement opportunities5. Sustainability of health projects6. DOH support and re-centralized health human resources7. Needs of the poor and udnerserved8. Ease of transportation9. Passion for public health10. Personal reasons

Leonardia et. al. BMC Health Services Research 2012 12:411

“An employee's motivation is a direct result of the sum of interactions with his or her manager.” – Bob Nelson