The rural - urban divide in ambulatory care of gastrointestinal diseases in Taiwan

Conclusion: The rural–urban disparity of medical care for gastrointestinal diseases in Taiwan highlighted the importance of the well communication between rural physicians and gastroenterologists. Besides the establishment of the referral system, the medical teleconsultation system and the arrangement of specialist outreach clinics in rural areas might be helpful.
Source: BMC International Health and Human Rights - Category: Global & Universal Authors: Source Type: research