Trends in General Medicine

Trends in General Medicine

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ISSN: 2996-3893
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Transforming Healthcare Hierarchical Systems Through Token Economy Interventions: A Behavioral Approach to Organizational Change

Authors: Julian Ungar-Sargon.

DOI: 10.33425/2996-3893.1023


Abstract

Healthcare organizations operate within complex hierarchical structures that can impede optimal patient care and staff performance. This paper examines the application of token economy principles, originally developed by Kazdin and colleagues, to modify entrenched behaviors within medical hierarchies. We review evidence-based behavioral interventions that address the unique challenges of healthcare environments, including power dynamics, communication barriers, and resistance to change. The paper provides a framework for implementing token economy systems to improve compliance with evidence-based practices, enhance interprofessional collaboration, and ultimately transform organizational culture in healthcare settings.

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Citation: Julian Ungar-Sargon. Transforming Healthcare Hierarchical Systems Through Token Economy Interventions: A Behavioral Approach to Organizational Change. 2025; 3(2). DOI: 10.33425/2996-3893.1023
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