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Date Submitted: Feb 18, 2026
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Developing a Framework for Skill Enhancement of Medical Tourism Stakeholders in Iran: A Protocol for a Multiphase Mixed-Methods Study
ABSTRACT
Background:
Despite Iran’s competitive advantages in medical costs and surgical expertise, the medical tourism industry suffers from fragmented service delivery and a lack of standardized competencies among stakeholders.
Objective:
This study aims to develop and validate a localized »Skill Enhancement Framework« for Iran’s medical tourism workforce.
Methods:
A multiphase mixed-methods design is employed. Phase I (Scoping Review) has mapped global competencies. Phase II involves qualitative semi-structured interviews to identify localized needs and socio-economic barriers. Phase III utilizes the Delphi technique to reach expert consensus and validate the final framework.
Results:
no result
Conclusions:
By integrating evidence-based findings with expert insights, this protocol provides a methodological roadmap to professionalize the value chain, ensuring the sustainability and global competitiveness of Iran’s medical tourism brand
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