Healthcare in Jordan
Healthcare System in Jordan
Jordan’s healthcare system comprises of public and private sector. The public sector is under the responsibility of the Ministry of Health which accounts for 37 per cent of all the hospital beds in the country. The private sector provides 36 per cent of the hospital beds and the rest are run by the Jordanian military service. More and more strategic collaborations are being fostered between the private and public sector to further develop the healthcare infrastructure.
According to World Bank report, the successful healthcare system in Jordan has been awarded as Number One ranking of being the top provider of healthcare in the Arab region and 5th position in the world.
Quality of Healthcare in Jordan
As proven by its rank of being the best healthcare provider in the Arab region, Jordan continuously maintains high level of quality at medical facilities across the country. With Jordan being a prime contender as a leading medical tourism destination, more investment from the public and private sector is being poured into the industry to develop the healthcare delivery, access and health information system.
There are six JCI accredited hospitals in Jordan which demonstrates its desire to attain an international standard quality of care in the country. Jordan even has its own accreditation system in place, accredited by the ISQua, to ensure the continuous drive to maintain and improve quality.