Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): Strategies for Reducing Hospital Readmission Rates in Sulu: A Basis for Patient-centered Care Model

Hospital readmissions associated with Home Against Medical Advice (HAMA) pose a significant challenge in resource-limited settings. This qualitative phenomenological study explored the strategies, challenges, and system-level barriers influencing HAMA-related readmissions in Level 1 hospitals in Sulu, Philippines. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine purposively selected hospital administrators and key healthcare stakeholders. Thematic...