The Social Medicine Outpatient Clinic (SMP) at Østfold Hospital offers services in the treatment of addiction. The outpatient clinic is known for its interdisciplinary approach, which involves collaboration between different professional groups to provide comprehensive treatment to patients. This can contribute to better results and more tailored treatment for the individual.
In 2016, SMP was awarded the HSE award for its good working environment, which reflects a focus on health, environment and safety measures. Employee surveys show a 100% response rate, as well as high scores on job satisfaction, motivation and job satisfaction. There has also been significant progress in employee surveys from 2014 to 2016, which indicates engaged employees with high job satisfaction.