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1Sociology Department, Faculty of Letters, Kutlubey Campus, Bartın University, 74100 Bartın, Türkiye.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 13, 2024
Summary
Transplant surgeons in Turkiye face cultural barriers like health illiteracy and spiritual beliefs, impacting patient care. Enhancing cultural competency is crucial for successful kidney and liver transplant outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Training
- Transplant Surgery
Background:
- Transplant surgeons in Turkiye receive extensive training.
- Success in transplant surgery requires more than just medical expertise.
- Cultural competency is increasingly recognized as vital in patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the cultural barriers faced by transplant surgeons in Turkiye.
- To understand how cultural factors influence kidney and liver transplant procedures.
- To highlight the importance of cultural sensitivity in surgical practice.
Main Methods:
- Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 transplant surgeons.
- The study focused on surgeons specializing in kidney and liver transplants in Ankara.
- Qualitative data analysis was used to identify key themes and barriers.
Main Results:
- Four primary cultural barriers were identified: spiritual trust, family politics, health illiteracy, and subcultural incompetency.
- Surgeons must navigate these challenges alongside demanding working conditions.
- Medical expertise alone is insufficient; cultural awareness is essential for effective care.
Conclusions:
- Cultural competency is critical for successful transplant surgery outcomes.
- Surgeons need to integrate cultural sensitivity with medical proficiency.
- Addressing diverse patient cultural needs improves transplant surgery effectiveness.
