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Post Hospital Surgical Disparities.

Kristina Z Kramer1, Meera Kotagal2

  • 1University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Baystate, Springfield, MA, USA.

The Surgical Clinics of North America
|June 1, 2026
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Social drivers of health significantly impact surgical patient recovery and outcomes post-discharge. Addressing factors like food security and housing can improve recovery and reduce readmissions.

Keywords:
DisparitiesFood securityHealth literacyHousing securityPost-discharge outcomesSocial drivers of health

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Area of Science:

  • Health Services Research
  • Surgical Outcomes
  • Social Determinants of Health

Background:

  • Post-hospital discharge outcomes for surgical patients are multifactorial.
  • Social drivers of health (SDOH) critically influence recovery, complications, readmissions, and functional outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the role of SDOH in surgical patient recovery.
  • To discuss strategies for mitigating negative impacts of SDOH on surgical outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on SDOH and surgical outcomes.
  • Identification of key SDOH factors impacting surgical recovery (e.g., food security, housing stability, transportation, health literacy, access to care).

Main Results:

  • SDOH significantly affect surgical patient recovery, complication rates, and readmission risk.
  • Targeted interventions and transitional programs can identify and support at-risk patients.
  • Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols can promote health equity.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing SDOH is crucial for improving surgical patient outcomes and reducing health disparities.
  • Integrated care models and patient-centered support are essential for optimizing recovery.
  • Focusing on health equity throughout the surgical care continuum is paramount.