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User Satisfaction with Family Planning Services in Government Health Centres in the Congo

Gilbert Ndziessi(1), Gickelle Bintsene-Mpika(2), Richard Bileckot(3),


(1) Université Marien Ngouabi, Faculté des Sciences de la Santé (FSSA), Parcours de Santé Publique, Brazzaville ; Association Congolaise pour le Bien-Etre familial (ACBEF), Brazzaville,
(2) Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Brazzaville (CHUB), service de Gynéco-obstétrique, Brazzaville,
(3) Université Marien Ngouabi, Faculté des Sciences de la Santé, Département des Doctorats, Brazzaville; Ministère de la Santé et de la Population (MSP), Inspection Générale de la Santé (IGS), Brazzaville,
Corresponding Author

Abstract


Patient satisfaction is considered an indicator of quality of care. This study aimed to assess the degree of clients‘ satisfaction with family planning (FP) services in government health centers in Congo. A cross-sectional study was conducted. A total of 635 clients nested in 27 health facilities were included in the analysis. Satisfaction was defined as "having a good perception of provider technical skills, being satisfied with the service organization and having a general positive appreciation of FP services. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS v15. Among 635 clients, 57% perceived lack of technical competence in providers, 88% perceived good organization in FP services and 77% declared having general positive appreciation of FP services. Global level of client satisfaction was 42%. In conclusion client satisfaction with FP service was low and strengthening health workers technical competence is crucial. But, as the quality is multidimensional, other aspects especially significant funding investment and quality-assurance interventions must be taken into account. (Afr J Reprod Health 2017; 21[3]:70-75).

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