Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East is the first evidence-based, English-language textbook to provide a comprehensive overview of healthcare in this region, where health systems are rapidly evolving and feature large numbers of expatriate health professionals serving a population with diverse ethnic, social, cultural and environmental needs.
This unique book covers relevant research, conditions and appropriate interventions and treatment. Readers will gain an insight into the key health challenges of the region and how to approach them, as well as local healthcare structures and cultural considerations such as Islam and healthcare, culturally competent communication and the role of the family.
Written by experienced international and local academics and professionals, this book will be invaluable for students, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in working in this fascinating region.
1. Chapter 1: Introduction - p. xxi 2. Chapter 2: Healthcare in Islam - p. 1 3. Chapter 3: The Family in Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf - p. 13 4. Chapter 4: Consumer-Driven HealthCare - p. 23 5. Chapter 5: Lifestyle 1: Metabolic Syndromes—Type 2 Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Arabian Gulf - p. 35 6. Chapter 6: Lifestyle 2: Obesity, Body Image and Nutrition - p. 48 7. Chapter 7: Women’s Health in The Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East: Achievements and Challenges - p. 61 8. Chapter 8: Female Incontinence in the Middle East: Revisiting a Priority in Women’s Health - p. 70 9. Chapter 9: Mental Health and Well-Being - p. 79 10. Chapter 10: Infection - p. 91 11. Chapter 11: Upper and Lower Respiratory Conditions - p. 102 12. Chapter 12: Communication and Caring in Culturally Diverse Settings - p. 109 13. Chapter 13: Family Medicine - p. 121 14. Chapter 14: Psychological Support - p. 132 15. Section II: Key Healthcare Approaches - p. 141 16. Chapter 15: Introduction - p. 141 17. Chapter 16: Pharmacy in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East - p. 143 18. Chapter 17: Pain Management - p. 149 19. Chapter 18: End-of-Life Care - p. 158 20. Chapter 19: Technology-Enhanced Learning and Leadership - p. 166 21. Epilogue: The ‘Camel’ in the Room… - p. 175 22. Some Helpful Information and Advice for Those Considering Working in the Region - p. 179 23. Index - p. 185
Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East is the first evidence-based, English-language textbook to provide a comprehensive overview of healthcare in this region, where health systems are rapidly evolving and feature large numbers of expatriate health professionals serving a population with diverse ethnic, social, cultural and environmental needs.
This unique book covers relevant research, conditions and appropriate interventions and treatment. Readers will gain an insight into the key health challenges of the region and how to approach them, as well as local healthcare structures and cultural considerations such as Islam and healthcare, culturally competent communication and the role of the family.
Written by experienced international and local academics and professionals, this book will be invaluable for students, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in working in this fascinating region.
1. Chapter 1: Introduction - p. xxi 2. Chapter 2: Healthcare in Islam - p. 1 3. Chapter 3: The Family in Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf - p. 13 4. Chapter 4: Consumer-Driven HealthCare - p. 23 5. Chapter 5: Lifestyle 1: Metabolic Syndromes—Type 2 Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Arabian Gulf - p. 35 6. Chapter 6: Lifestyle 2: Obesity, Body Image and Nutrition - p. 48 7. Chapter 7: Women’s Health in The Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East: Achievements and Challenges - p. 61 8. Chapter 8: Female Incontinence in the Middle East: Revisiting a Priority in Women’s Health - p. 70 9. Chapter 9: Mental Health and Well-Being - p. 79 10. Chapter 10: Infection - p. 91 11. Chapter 11: Upper and Lower Respiratory Conditions - p. 102 12. Chapter 12: Communication and Caring in Culturally Diverse Settings - p. 109 13. Chapter 13: Family Medicine - p. 121 14. Chapter 14: Psychological Support - p. 132 15. Section II: Key Healthcare Approaches - p. 141 16. Chapter 15: Introduction - p. 141 17. Chapter 16: Pharmacy in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East - p. 143 18. Chapter 17: Pain Management - p. 149 19. Chapter 18: End-of-Life Care - p. 158 20. Chapter 19: Technology-Enhanced Learning and Leadership - p. 166 21. Epilogue: The ‘Camel’ in the Room… - p. 175 22. Some Helpful Information and Advice for Those Considering Working in the Region - p. 179 23. Index - p. 185
