Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East is the first evidence-based, English-language textbook to provide a comprehensive overview of healthcare in this region, where health systems are rapidly evolving and feature large numbers of expatriate health professionals serving a population with diverse ethnic, social, cultural and environmental needs.This unique book covers relevant research, conditions and appropriate interventions and treatment. Readers will gain an insight into the key health challenges of the region and how to approach them, as well as local healthcare structures and cultural considerations such as Islam and healthcare, culturally competent communication and the role of the family.Written by experienced international and local academics and professionals, this book will be invaluable for students, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in working in this fascinating region. INDICE: Part one: specific conditions, specific challengesPart one presents the conditions specific to the middle east, the particular challenges they present and the existing evidence base in the area, highlighting any differences between the two. Topic (12)A brief history of healthcare in the region (1) Broad overview of region, important cultural context, specifically Islam, disease prevalence, emerging evidence base, comparison with global efforts. DiabetesObesity and Bariatric surgery Cardiac Care Blood disorders:sickle cell anaemia thalassemiaInfectious diseases: MERS, SARs, COVID 19 Paediatrics Women’s Health ENT and Respiratory Psychiatric Disorders Emergency Medicine Family Medicine Part two: Key healthcare approaches.This part of the text outlines generic healthcare approaches to a range of issues specific to the region. Topic (12)A brief history of healthcare in the region (2) Outline of developing healthcare in the region and associated issues e.g. insurance, travel tourism, global position Cultural Competency: patients families and peers Communication in culturally diverse settings End of Life Care Pain Management Tissue ViabilityFundamentals of care: Activities of Daily Living Psychosocial support Leadership and Management in Healthcare Technology in Healthcare and education Healthcare education in the region Healthcare research in the region

• ISBN: 978-0-323-83356-1
• Editorial: Elsevier
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 214
• Fecha Publicación: 08/02/2024
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés