Volume 10 Issue 4
Assessing the socio-economic disparities in access to urological healthcare services: A nationwide survey to identify barriers and propose targeted interventions for equitable care
1Dr Irfan Ullah Khan, 2Ali Raza, 3Ali Mohib, 4Dr Sabeeh Ubaid Ullah, 5Kashif Lodhi
1Assistant Professor of Urology Northwest General Hospital Peshawar
2PIMS
3PIMS
4Assistant Professor of Urology, Department of Urology, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Lahore
5Department of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences. Università Politécnica delle Marche Via Brecce Bianche 10, 60131 Ancona (AN) Italy
ABSTRACT
Background: This study addresses the critical issue of socio-economic disparities in access to urological healthcare services. Despite advancements in medical care, disparities persist, affecting various socio-economic strata. Understanding these disparities is crucial to developing targeted interventions for equitable urological healthcare.
Aim: The primary aim of this nationwide survey is to comprehensively assess socio-economic disparities in access to urological healthcare services.
Methods: The study was conducted in Northwest General Hospital Peshawar. A nationwide survey will be conducted, utilizing a mixed-methods approach to gather both quantitative and qualitative data. The quantitative aspect will involve collecting demographic and socio-economic information from a diverse sample of participants. Additionally, qualitative data will be obtained through interviews and focus group discussions to gain insights into the lived experiences and perceptions surrounding access to urological healthcare.
Results: The survey results will be analyzed to delineate patterns and trends in socio-economic disparities related to access to urological healthcare services. Findings will be presented with a focus on identifying specific barriers that contribute to these disparities. This includes factors such as income, education, geographic location, and cultural considerations. The results will provide a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of disparities in urological care access.
Conclusion: The study’s findings will contribute valuable insights into the socio-economic disparities in access to urological healthcare services on a nationwide scale. The identified barriers will inform the development of targeted interventions aimed at mitigating these disparities and promoting more equitable access to urological care. This research is essential for advancing public health initiatives and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of socio-economic background, have equal opportunities for quality urological healthcare.
Keywords: socio-economic disparities, urological healthcare services, nationwide survey, barriers, targeted interventions, equitable care, access, public health, healthcare inequality.