Hospitals’ readiness to implement clinical governance

摘要: Background: Quality of health services is one the most important factors for delivery these services. Regarding importance and vital role quality in sector, a concept known as "Clinical Governance" (CG) has been introduced into area which aims to enhance Thus, this study aimed assess private public hospitals’ readiness implement CG Iran. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional was carried out 2012. Four hundred thirty participants including doctors, nurses, diagnostic departments personnel, support staff were chosen randomly from four hospitals (equally divided hospitals). Clinical Governance Climate Questionnaire (CGCQ) used data collection. Finally, entered SPSS 18 analyzed using statistical methods. Results: Among dimensions, "organizational learning" "planned integrated improvement program" scored highest lowest respectively both types hospitals. Hospitals demonstrated worst condition with regard latter dimension. Furthermore, had positive picture regarding "training development opportunities". Private better than ones all dimensions but there only significant difference "proactive risk management" dimension between (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Hospitals’ implementation "average or weak". In order successfully, it essential have quality-centered culture, culture specified by less paperwork, more self-sufficiency, flexibility affairs well centring on shared vision goals an emphasis continuous innovation.