Issue №: 2 (68)
The journal deals with the issues of efficiency of functioning of the national economics and organizational forms of management of the national economy. Attention is paid to the problems of marketing, management and efficiency of production and economic activity of agrarian enterprises. The issues of public administration and administration, accounting and taxation, banking and insurance, forecasting and modeling of economic processes, foreign economic activity, commodity flows of economic entities and their infrastructure support.
EUROPEAN INTEGRATION AS A CATALYST FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF MEDICAL TOURISM IN UKRAINE IN THE POST-WAR PERIOD
DIDUKH Yaroslav – Postgraduate Student of the First Year of Study of the Departments of Business and Service Spheres, Vinnytsia National Agrarian University (21008, Vinnytsia, 3, Soniachna Str., e-mail: didukh.yaroslav@gmail.com).
This article explores the potential of medical tourism as a key component of Ukraine’s economic recovery strategy after the war, emphasizing the role of European integration in this context. Medical tourism, known for its ability to attract significant foreign investment and improve the economic indicators of the country's development, is seen as a strategic sector that can significantly contribute to the socio-economic recovery of Ukraine after a long conflict.
The object of the research is the post-war reconstruction of the health care industry, where Ukraine faces the dual challenge of reviving its economy and enhancing the global competitiveness of its medical sector. Despite a well-established foundation in medical education and the affordability of medical services attractive to international patients, Ukraine encounters several barriers. The article identifies key problems, such as underdeveloped infrastructure, low level of certification of medical institutions, and ineffectiveness of regulations, which are currently inhibiting the full-scale development of medical tourism.
The article focuses on the impact of European integration processes on the medical tourism sector. It asserts that closer alignment with European standards could lead to the modernization of medical services, enhancing quality and trust in Ukraine's medical tourism market. This integration promotes the adoption of best practices in medical service provision and management, ensuring that Ukrainian medical institutions can meet and exceed international patients' expectations.
Various aspects of medical tourism are explored, from the development of medical services before the war, which predominantly attracted patients from Europe, to the dramatic consequences of the war, including infrastructure damage and professional brain drain. Legal reforms aimed at streamlining and improving the regulatory framework for medical tourism are discussed as critical to creating a conducive environment for the sector.
The role of the strategic partnerships with European medical institutions is highlighted as a crucial factor. Such partnerships could lead to technology transfer, joint research, and educational opportunities, which not only improve service quality but also enhance the international image of Ukraine's medical tourism sector. Additionally, these collaborations can help to standardize medical procedures and protocols to match European norms, thereby increasing the safety and appeal of medical services offered in Ukraine.
The article underscores the need for continued reforms, investment in modern medical technologies, and marketing strategies for the international promotion of Ukraine as a leading provider of medical tourism services. It notes that addressing outlined challenges and effectively leveraging European integration could enable Ukraine to tap into the growing global market for medical tourism, offering comprehensive, high-quality, and cost-effective medical solutions to international patients.
Overall, the article provides a deep analysis of the catalytic role of European integration in advancing medical tourism in Ukraine, noting that with the right policies and international cooperation, Ukraine can significantly improve its economic landscape and health care standards in the post-war period.
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