Brain Drain in Healthcare: A Critical Global Issue

^1,2Adnan Menderes University School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Aydin, Turkiye

¹MD, Resident, Adnan Menderes University School of Medicine, Turkiye

²MD, PhD, Professor, Adnan Menderes University School of Medicine, Turkiye

*Corresponding Author: Serpil Demirag, Adnan Menderes University School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Aydin, Turkiye, +90 530 971 61 36, Emails: [email protected]; [email protected]

Received Date: March 11, 2025

Published Date: March 29, 2025

Citation: Cakir S, et al. (2025). Brain Drain in Healthcare: A Critical Global Issue. Mathews J Psychiatry Ment Health. 10(1):50.

Copyrights: Cakir S, et al. (2025).

ABSTRACT

Migration is a significant phenomenon that shapes the social, economic, and political structures of societies. In recent years, one of the most striking trends in international migration has been brain drain, the movement of highly educated individuals to countries offering better living and working conditions. This trend is particularly prevalent among health care professionals, leading to a workforce shortage in developing countries. As a result, the workload of remaining health care workers increases, exacerbating inequalities in access to health care services. To mitigate brain drain, it is essential to implement policies that improve working conditions and promote reverse migration. Offering competitive salaries, career opportunities, and better working environments can help retain skilled professionals, ensuring the sustainability of health care systems.

Keywords: Professionals, Brain Drain, Health Care.