Search

Purpose: This research seeks to examine the quality of life among faculty members and uncover any variations related to gender, years of experience, and educational background. Method. The research was carried out utilising a qualitative methodology, with data being gathered from participants through surveys and interviews. A sample of 300 faculty members took part in the study, and a descriptive research methodology was used. Findings: The results showed a strong overall quality of life among faculty members, including aspects such as physical health, family well-being, mental health, and work satisfaction. Nevertheless, there were notable variations in the quality of the public health dimension between genders, with males having an advantage. Several conclusions can be made based on the findings. Implications for Research and Practice: First, it is essential to develop strategies to improve the faculty members' quality of life and address disparities among female faculty. These strategies can be implemented for healthcare services, awareness programmes, and regular assessment of members to detect problems early. Furthermore, educational institutions can create programmes tailored to specific genders, allowing them to participate openly and have equal opportunities. It is important to maintain work-life balance to enhance gender satisfaction through offering flexible work schedules, parental leaves, and childcare programmes. Additionally, mental health counselling programmes could be implemented to support the well-being of faculty members. Lastly, professional development opportunities should be offered to help faculty enhance their skills through workshops and seminars etc. Originality: The study emphasises the significance of the quality of life of faculty members and the policies that can assist in reaching the target. It addresses the challenges encountered by faculty members in the education sector and offers recommendations for institutions to enhance their status. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Career satisfaction is a leading topic among pharmacy professionals, given the changing dimensions of work. In this regard, the primary objective of the current study was to measure career satisfaction among different pharmacy professionals working in governmental, private sector, and academia. The study used the job satisfaction index developed by Tsui et al. The survey used consisted of eight items. Six items on the scale measured job satisfaction, with five options varying from "1-strongly disagree" to "5-strongly agree" and the rest of the items on the scale measured "intent to stay". The survey was distributed both electronically and personally to pharmacy professionals working under governmental and private sectors in Saudi Arabia. Participation in the study was entirely voluntary. The resulting data was analysed taking into consideration age, gender, workplace factors. The findings of the study were as follows. Gender only had significant impact on the satisfaction with current job situation (Z = -2.804, p < .05). Males had higher satisfaction rates with their current job situation compared to females (Mean rank = 162.87). Significantly, the level of education and nationality affected the time the workers chose to stay on the job. Working in drug authority also resulted in higher satisfaction levels compared to working in the industrial and academia sectors. These findings imply that it is necessary to understand the mechanisms that affect pharmacist's job satisfaction. Such an understanding would help respond to their needs, decrease turnover, and increase their general level of productivity in the healthcare setting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has revolutionized surgical practices, with robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) significantly advancing. However, the understanding and acceptance of RAS vary, impacting its widespread adoption. This study aims to assess Saudi Arabians' attitudes and comprehension of RAS, which is crucial for promoting its integration into surgical procedures. A cross-sectional study was conducted in various Saudi Arabian cities. A total of 1449 participants were included, while participants with cognitive issues were excluded. Demographic information, knowledge, technology experience, attitudes, and perceptions about RAS were collected using an online self-administered questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Of the participants, 51.1% demonstrated awareness of RAS, mainly through social media (36.9%). Factors influencing awareness included gender, education, income, occupation, computer literacy, and technology comfort. Gender disparities were evident in attitudes and perceptions toward RAS. Concerns about RAS included robot malfunction (62.0%), surgical errors (45.4%), and surgeon competency (44.7%). 36.4% of the participants believe RAS is faster, 29.9% believe RAS is less painful, and 25.3% believe RAS has fewer complications. Positive perceptions encompassed the belief that robot-using surgeons are more skilled (44.5%) and hospitals offering RAS are better (54.3%). Notably, 47.7% expressed willingness to consider RAS as a treatment option. The study underscores the significance of promoting awareness and informed decisions to ensure the successful integration of RAS in surgical practices. Addressing concerns and misconceptions and enhancing public comprehension are pivotal for facilitating informed decision-making and fostering RAS acceptance within Saudi Arabia's surgical landscape., (© 2024. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag London Ltd., part of Springer Nature.)