Analysis of the Chilean health system and its structure in social participation

ABSTRACT The political-economic development that Chile has had in recent decades allowed the evolution of its health institutions, where hospital coverage, management, and infrastructure have been improved. policy organization is highly centralized structured by State, this rapid implementation several programs. On other hand, participation maintained within spaces institutionality. However, there permanent pressure from non-governmental groups asking for different governance. Therefore, moving a participatory reactivity matters to proactivity desired, although requires constant dialogue between State citizens. This paper analyzes Chilean system how it relates subsequent citizen participation, highlighting elements that, under current social reality, require change satisfy population adequately.