The Evolving Role of Medical Assistants in Healthcare: A Systematic Review of Their Impact on Patient Care and Clinical Efficiency

Authors

  • Zaid Kalaf T Alshammari National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Faisal Khashman M Alosimi National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Turki Mohsen M Aldawssari National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Sultan Mesfer F Alsahmah National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Khaled Mesfer B Alsubaie National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Talal Abdulmuin D Alotaibi National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Khalid Abdulmohsen S Alanazi National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48047/mr9mzp04

Keywords:

Medical assistants, patient care, clinical efficiency, healthcare workforce, task delegation, workflow optimization, healthcare management, primary care.

Abstract

The role of medical assistants (MAs) in healthcare has evolved significantly, contributing to both patient care and clinical efficiency. This systematic review examines the impact of MAs on healthcare delivery, focusing on their role in enhancing patient outcomes, optimizing clinical workflows, and alleviating the administrative burden on healthcare professionals. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across major databases, selecting studies published from 2016 onwards that explore the contributions of MAs in various healthcare settings.

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References

Anderson, P., & Halley, M. D. (2008). A new approach to making your doctor-nurse team more productive. Family Practice Management, 15(7), 35-40. 2. Balasa, D. A. (2008). Medical assistants: Key players in the future of health care. The Journal of Medical Practice Management, 23(5), 273-276.

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Published

2024-01-31

Issue

Vol. 53 No. 1 (2024): Year 2024, Volume 53, Issue 1

Section

Articles

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The Evolving Role of Medical Assistants in Healthcare: A Systematic Review of Their Impact on Patient Care and Clinical Efficiency (Z. K. . T Alshammari, F. K. . M Alosimi, T. M. . M Aldawssari, S. M. . F Alsahmah, K. M. . B Alsubaie, T. A. . D Alotaibi, & K. A. . S Alanazi , Trans.). (2024). Cuestiones De Fisioterapia, 53(1), 675-685. https://doi.org/10.48047/mr9mzp04