The District Health Secretariat of Bogotá, led by Secretary Gerson Bermont, has started a series of meetings with representatives of various health institutions to discuss the implementation of the new Health Care Model, called +MAS Bienestar. This model is an integral part of the District Development Plan and seeks an effective articulation of all actors in the health sector to provide quality care to all Bogota residents.
Key meeting with private institutions
Leaders from renowned health institutions in the city participated in the meeting held this Monday, such as the Santa Fe Foundation, Palermo Clinic, Shaio Clinic Foundation, Marly Clinic, Cardio Infantil Foundation, Country Clinic, West Clinic, Roosevelt Institute, and Javesalud. IPS. During the meeting, the importance of collaborative work was emphasized to achieve the effective implementation of the new care model.
Secretary Bermont highlighted that “The territories, and in this case Bogotá, must be entities that provide response and resolution for the benefit of all the citizens of the city.” He stressed that Bogotá’s new health model, established in the District Development Plan, differs from previous models by its focus on adequate articulation between all actors in the system, including insurers.
Bermont pointed out that in previous models there was no effective integration between the different components of the health system, which generated fragmented care. “The city and the community demand to close gaps and the commitment is based on articulation, quick and decisive responses”he claimed.
For his part, Henry Gallardo, general director of the Santa Fe de Bogotá Foundation, emphasized the responsibility of the health sector. “organize work teams at the service of the city and guide the health sector because we want it to do well”. Gallardo highlighted the importance of generating a document that compiles the initiatives that can contribute to the development of best practices in the provision of the service, thus enriching the construction of the Health Care Model, +MAS Bienestar.
Commitment to excellence in health
The +MAS Bienestar model focuses on improving the quality of care and ensuring that all citizens have access to high-quality health services. The Ministry of Health and private institutions will collaborate closely to implement innovative and effective strategies that respond to the needs of the population.
One of the main objectives of the new model is to ensure that all actors in the health system work in a coordinated and aligned manner. This includes the integration of services, optimization of resources, and implementation of advanced technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare.
The implementation process of the +MAS Bienestar model will not be without challenges. However, collaboration and commitment from all parties involved are essential to overcome these obstacles. It is expected that this initiative will not only improve the quality of care in Bogotá, but also serve as a model to follow for other cities and regions in the country.
The articulation of efforts between the Ministry of Health and private institutions is crucial to achieve the established objectives. Secretary Bermont and the leaders of the participating institutions have expressed their determination to work together to transform Bogotá’s health system, ensuring that all citizens receive the best possible care.
Promising future for health in Bogotá with +MAS Bienestar
The launch of the +MAS Bienestar model marks an important milestone in the history of medical care in Bogotá. With a vision focused on the well-being of citizens and a strategy based on collaboration and innovation, the future of health in the capital looks promising.
The implementation of the +MAS Bienestar model is an example of the commitment of the Bogotá Health Secretariat and private institutions to improve the quality of life of all Bogotá residents. As this ambitious project progresses, it is expected that positive results will soon become evident, benefiting thousands of people and establishing a new standard of excellence in medical care in Colombia.
