Embedded Implementation Research on Compassionate and Respectful Care Services in the Ethiopian Health System

Abstract

One of the key factors that distinguish a thriving health care service delivery system is its ability to deliver excellent medical care to its citizens. Compassionate and respectful care (CRC) is very critical for human-centered care and for serving patients ethically and with respect, adhering to a professional oath, and as a model for young professionals (1).Compassion within healthcare has been given growing attention globally over the last decade(2, 3). However, less emphasis has been placed in low resource settings, where little research has been conducted to date (3).