![]() Qualitative data were transcribed through replaying the tape recorded interview from IDIs and FGDs. ![]() Using a semi-structured tool that has been translated into the local language, collected data were analyzed thematically using computer-assisted qualitative data analysis software ATLAS version 7. Focus group discussions (FGDs) and in-depth interviews (IDSs) with participants who are residing in Mekelle city and who experienced maternity service as a client or as attendants were conducted to collect the necessary information. Methods: A qualitative study with the underpinning philosophy of phenomenology was conducted in five subcities of Mekelle city, Ethiopia. The aim of this study was to explore community’s perception of maternity service provision in public health institutions. If the community’s perception is known, the quality of maternity care may be improved, maternal morbidity and mortality could be decreased, and the overall health of the mother can be improved. There is a knowledge gap about communities’ perception and perspective of maternal health. ![]() The community and client’s perception of health services seem to have been largely ignored by health-care providers in developing countries. Meklit Girma, Carmen Robles, Mekdes Asrat, Hadgay Hagos, Measho G/slassie, Assefa HagosĬollege of Health Sciences, Mekelle University, Mekelle City, EthiopiaĬorrespondence: Meklit Girma Email īackground: In the perspective of health care, community perception is defined as a combination of experiences, expectations and perceived needs. ![]()
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