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The aim was to gather insights on the challenges confronting Iran\u2019s healthcare system. After collecting the responses, we evaluated and analyzed the data. Results: Over one week, we received responses from 805 healthcare workers. The findings revealed that the following issues were considered as the most important priorities across various categories: the healthcare system\u2019s entitlement from the gross national product; addressing the problems of doctors, including their income; preventing migration; combating non-scientific health practices; the challenges of medical education for future healthcare providers (such as reduced career hopes, desires to emigrate, drug use, and mental health issues like suicide); and tackling corruption in the country\u2019s pharmaceutical market. Conclusion: The most significant challenges identified were economic issues and the medical education process, from admission to graduation. 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