Prioritization of Purchasing Criteria by Linear Best -Worst Multi -Criteria Decision -Making Method for Optimal Provision of Medical Supplies

Introduction: One of the main challenges health system is improving quality healthcare services by adjusting costs. The right choice tools will bring economic savings besides excellent service quality. Since medical supplies are among fundamental and costly elements in providing services, expertise purchasing has become an important complex issue. This study aimed to prioritize criteria for supplies. Method: research applied conducted with a descriptive survey method. In this study, collected from related studies completed opinion experts were prioritized weighted four categories linear best -worst multi -criteria decision -making method using Lingo Excel software . Results: By weighting sixteen sub form five categories, importance each criterion was determined. According results, two "quality" "price" recognized as most "seller's record" least indicator purchase Conclusion: Using definite consistency results high reliability led prioritization accurate Paying attention indicators "cost", "quality safety", "compliance requirements", "delivery conditions", "supplier records" supplies, addition guaranteeing continuity lead significant reduction supply costs