Abstract
The hospital is expected to provide treatment, prevent patient harm from avoidable injuries, and guarantee promptness in basic care. Conversely, obtaining medical care in even the most accessible institutions in Bangladesh may involve extensive waiting periods, intricate administrative procedures, unsatisfactory hygiene standards, insufficient diagnostic facilities, and dependence on intermediaries. These issues raise a fundamental inquiry regarding public healthcare: why do patients continue to face obstacles to treatment despite the existence of well-funded governmental infrastructure, such as hospitals and diagnostic tools?
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