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Activating the knowledge-to-action cycle for geriatric care in India
Jenna M Evans1, Pretesh R Kiran, Onil K Bhattacharyya
1Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, 155 College Street, Suite 425, Toronto, ON M5T 3M6, Canada. jenna.evans@utoronto.ca
Health Research Policy and Systems
|December 6, 2011
Summary
Geriatric medicine in India faces challenges due to limited provider knowledge and negative attitudes. Knowledge translation can improve healthcare delivery for India's aging population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Medical Education
Background:
- India has a rapidly aging population, yet geriatric medicine is underdeveloped.
- Limited provider awareness and negative attitudes hinder quality care for the elderly.
- Existing healthcare policies inadequately address the specific needs of older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To argue for knowledge translation as a strategy to improve geriatric care in India.
- To identify barriers and facilitators for engaging healthcare providers in geriatric medicine.
- To propose an action plan for enhancing geriatric care delivery.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of India's demographic trends and healthcare policies related to aging.
- Review of evidence on healthcare provider behavior change strategies.
- Integration of contextual factors with evidence to propose an action plan.
Main Results:
- Knowledge translation offers a viable approach to address gaps in geriatric care.
- Provider behavior change is crucial for improving care quality.
- A tailored action plan is needed to overcome specific challenges in India.
Conclusions:
- Knowledge translation can effectively engage Indian healthcare providers in geriatric care.
- Addressing provider attitudes and knowledge is key to improving care for the elderly.
- Implementing targeted strategies is essential for advancing geriatric medicine in India.
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