Analysis of the Chilean health system and its structure in social participation

Estructura, análisis y desafíos

Abstract

The political-economic development that Chile has had in recent decades has allowed the evolution of its health institutions,  where hospital coverage, management, and  infrastructure have been improved. The health policy organization is highly  entralized and structured by the State, and  this has allowed the rapid implementation  of several programs. On the other hand,  participation is maintained within the  spaces allowed by institutionality. However,  there is permanent pressure from non- hovernmental groups asking for different  governance. Therefore, moving from a  participatory reactivity in health matters to  permanent proactivity is desired, although  this requires a constant dialogue between  the State and citizens. This paper analyzes  the Chilean health system and how it relates to subsequent citizen participation,  highlighting the elements that, under the  urrent social reality, require a change to  atisfy the population adequately.