The most Important Considerations of Medical Professionals for Sharing Knowledge

Abstract

This research was conducted in the healthcare sector to investigate the most important knowledge-sharing considerations among doctors, nurses and other paramedic staff. The role of knowledge sharing for achieving a sustainable competitive edge is recognized worldwide in several contexts and cultures. Hence, identification, collection, creation, and application of knowledge are among organizations' top priorities nowadays. This research is conducted through qualitative research design. 75 semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted in three case organizations and data was analyzed through thematic analysis. It was revealed that interpersonal trust, credibility and authenticity of the shared knowledge, professional relationship, organizational duty, personality dimensions of the knowledge sharer are some of the key considerations for knowledge sharing within healthcare organizations. The managers and practitioners in healthcare sector can develop their understanding how to promote knowledge sharing in hospitals in the light of this research. Organizations need to cultivate an organizational culture of mutual trust and facilitation for knowledge sharing.