Manganye, B. S.Netshikweta, Thama2025-09-162025-09-162025-09-05Netshikweta, T. 2025. An Investigation of Patient Satisfaction on Service Delivery at the Selected Clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District. . .https://univendspace.univen.ac.za/handle/11602/2951MPHDepartment of Public HealthPatient satisfaction is a critical indicator of the quality of healthcare services and plays a significant role in shaping health outcomes and patient loyalty. This study investigates patient satisfaction with service delivery at selected clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District, South Africa. The region, characterised by diverse healthcare needs and socio-economic challenges, provides a unique setting to evaluate healthcare delivery and identify areas for improvement. The purpose of the study was to investigate the level of patient satisfaction with service delivery at five selected clinics in Thulamela Local Municipality. The present study adopted a quantitative research approach, using structured questionnaires distributed to 441 patients across five clinics, with three hundred valid responses analysed using SPSS version 27. Findings revealed mixed levels of satisfaction, with factors such as clinic cleanliness and nurse competency receiving positive feedback, while long waiting times, limited availability of medication, and inadequate patient communication were highlighted as areas of concern. Gender and employment status influenced satisfaction levels, with women reporting higher satisfaction, likely due to greater healthcare engagement, whereas unemployed patients faced barriers in accessing quality care. This study underscores the need for targeted improvements in service efficiency, resource availability, and healthcare provider-patient interactions. Recommendations include employing quality assurance officers, conducting regular patient satisfaction surveys, and enhancing staff training in patient-centered care. Consequently, by addressing identified gaps, healthcare policymakers and administrators can improve patient experience, strengthen healthcare delivery, and promote equitable access to quality services.1 online resource (ix, 76 leaves): color illustrationsenUniversity of VendaPatient SatisfactionService DeliveryUCTDHealthcare QualityThulamela MunicipalityDissertationNetshikweta T. An Investigation of Patient Satisfaction on Service Delivery at the Selected Clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District. []. , 2025 [cited yyyy month dd]. Available from:Netshikweta, T. (2025). <i>An Investigation of Patient Satisfaction on Service Delivery at the Selected Clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District</i>. (). . Retrieved fromNetshikweta, Thama. <i>"An Investigation of Patient Satisfaction on Service Delivery at the Selected Clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District."</i> ., , 2025.TY - Dissertation AU - Netshikweta, Thama AB - Patient satisfaction is a critical indicator of the quality of healthcare services and plays a significant role in shaping health outcomes and patient loyalty. This study investigates patient satisfaction with service delivery at selected clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District, South Africa. The region, characterised by diverse healthcare needs and socio-economic challenges, provides a unique setting to evaluate healthcare delivery and identify areas for improvement. The purpose of the study was to investigate the level of patient satisfaction with service delivery at five selected clinics in Thulamela Local Municipality. The present study adopted a quantitative research approach, using structured questionnaires distributed to 441 patients across five clinics, with three hundred valid responses analysed using SPSS version 27. Findings revealed mixed levels of satisfaction, with factors such as clinic cleanliness and nurse competency receiving positive feedback, while long waiting times, limited availability of medication, and inadequate patient communication were highlighted as areas of concern. Gender and employment status influenced satisfaction levels, with women reporting higher satisfaction, likely due to greater healthcare engagement, whereas unemployed patients faced barriers in accessing quality care. This study underscores the need for targeted improvements in service efficiency, resource availability, and healthcare provider-patient interactions. Recommendations include employing quality assurance officers, conducting regular patient satisfaction surveys, and enhancing staff training in patient-centered care. Consequently, by addressing identified gaps, healthcare policymakers and administrators can improve patient experience, strengthen healthcare delivery, and promote equitable access to quality services. DA - 2025-09-05 DB - ResearchSpace DP - Univen KW - Patient Satisfaction KW - Service Delivery KW - Healthcare Quality KW - Thulamela Municipality LK - https://univendspace.univen.ac.za PY - 2025 T1 - An Investigation of Patient Satisfaction on Service Delivery at the Selected Clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District TI - An Investigation of Patient Satisfaction on Service Delivery at the Selected Clinics in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District UR - ER -