Cross-border Care and Healthcare Quality Improvement in Europe
Author Information
Author(s): R Suñol, P Garel, A Jacquerye
Primary Institution: Avedis Donabedian Institute, Autonomous University of Barcelona
Hypothesis
How can different quality strategies improve cross-border healthcare in Europe?
Conclusion
The MARQuIS project successfully assessed quality strategies for cross-border healthcare, highlighting the need for further international research.
Supporting Evidence
- Citizens are increasingly crossing borders within the EU for healthcare.
- The MARQuIS project involved 389 hospitals across eight countries.
- The project aimed to assess the value of different quality strategies for cross-border care.
Takeaway
This study looked at how hospitals in Europe can improve care for patients who travel across borders for treatment.
Methodology
The study used a multimethod approach including literature review, qualitative studies, questionnaires, and on-site visits to hospitals.
Limitations
The study may not fully capture the diversity of healthcare systems across all EU member states.
Participant Demographics
The study involved hospitals from eight European countries.
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