Global Experiences in Cross-Cultural Healthcare

Abstract

While much research has focused on international differences in healthcare in terms of costs to the system, healthcare quality, and health outcomes, there are many cultural factors that have a significant impact on health behaviors and treatment. This presentation will discuss cross-cultural healthcare of various healthcare systems examined through a study abroad program. A specific case example of the comparison of emergency medical services in various countries will be presented.

Presenters

Lesley Clack
Dean and Professor, School of Health Professions, Mississippi State University, Mississippi, United States

Keaton Ballard
Student, Integrated Marketing Communications, Georgetown University, District of Columbia, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Cultural Studies

KEYWORDS

Health, Culture, Healthcare, Cross-cultural, International