文摘
Background Due to demographic change there is a significant shortage of highly qualified personnel in gynecology and obstetrics. This lack of qualified personnel has led to competition for personnel between hospitals and departments. When analyzing the circumstances of the competition, doctors of generation Y are important. Recruitment and retention of these staff members will become a critical factor in the success of departments in the future. Method An internet search was conducted focusing on the key words 鈥済eneration Y and medicine, demography, personnel and hospitals鈥? A search in Medline and PubMed for scientific studies on the topic of personnel shortage was performed using the key words 鈥減ersonnel, shortage doctors, generation X, baby boomer, personnel and demographic changes and staff鈥? Finally, sources from public institutions and academic medical societies were analyzed. The data were sorted by main categories and relevance for hospitals. Statistical analysis was done using descriptive measures. Results A comparison of generation Y with other generations revealed differences in impressions, expectations for career and leadership, motivation and attitude to work. Members of generation Y live while working and disagree with hierarchies. They select a department because of the workplace atmosphere, commitment towards continuing education and family friendliness. Internet and computers are part of the daily routine. Conclusion Employees of generation Y challenge leadership in hospitals by increasing the demands; however, it is vital for a department to adapt to these demands without compromising patient safety.