Using the socio-ecological model to appraise perspectives on health workforce retention and intention to leave in Malawi and Tanzania: a qualitative longitudinal study

Dr Mselenge Mdegela

qualifications: MD, MMed, MPhil

contribution: Study conception and design, Acquisition of data, Analysis and interpretation of data, Drafting of manuscript, Critical revision

position: Clinical Research Associate

Obstetrician and gynaecologist trained and practiced in Tanzania. Relocated to the UK in 2011. Conducts research and teaches public health in maternal, sexual, reproductive health, and human resources for health.

Dr Barbara Madaj

qualifications: PhD

contribution: Study conception and design, Critical revision

position: Head of Technical Delivery

Barbara holds an MA degree in Economics and Sociology (University of Edinburgh) and a PhD on migration of medical personnel (University College London). She has over 15 years professional experience in designing, implementing and analysing quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods studies focusing on low- and middle-income countries and transition economies.

Mr Ndemetria Vermand

qualifications: RN

contribution: Acquisition of data, Critical revision

position: Principal

A Registered nurse, professional trainer, and educator in nursing care. Has experience with health workforce management and training. Manages a health institution and contributes to the teaching design and delivery.

Mr Chimwemwe Mvula

qualifications: CO

contribution: Acquisition of data, Critical revision

position: Head of Department

Clinician and Health Administrator. Head of Department; Accidents and Emergency medical Services, Kamuzu Central Hospital, Lilongwe, Malawi. Former Assistant Director of Clinical Services; Ministry of health, Malawi.

Prof Emer Joseph O'Hare

contribution: Critical revision

position: Honorary Professor

Honorary Professor of Medicine.