Major
Biology
Anticipated Graduation Year
2021
Access Type
Open Access
Abstract
As life expectancy increases worldwide, the healthcare system is forced to adapt and change. Vietnam and Italy in particular are struggling to balance traditional values with the newfound needs of an older and larger population. Through interviews with geriatricians, this research project addresses the changes and developments in the geriatric healthcare systems of Italy and Vietnam. It sheds light on key cultural and social factors affecting geriatric healthcare such as accessibility.
Faculty Mentors & Instructors
Thomas Hu, MD - Department of Biology; Mine Cinar, PhD - Department of Economics
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Healthcare Strategies for Aging Populations in Italy and Vietnam
As life expectancy increases worldwide, the healthcare system is forced to adapt and change. Vietnam and Italy in particular are struggling to balance traditional values with the newfound needs of an older and larger population. Through interviews with geriatricians, this research project addresses the changes and developments in the geriatric healthcare systems of Italy and Vietnam. It sheds light on key cultural and social factors affecting geriatric healthcare such as accessibility.