Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Vicki Ling"
- Vicki Ling's recent research primarily focuses on comparing healthcare utilization and outcomes across different healthcare systems, particularly examining how single-payer systems, such as Canada's, affect socioeconomic disparities in surgical procedures like total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
- Her studies reveal significant differences in healthcare access and quality between countries with universal health coverage and those without, indicating that income-based disparities in THA and TKA utilization are more pronounced in the United States compared to Canada.
- Additionally, Ling has explored the implications of continuity of care in managing chronic conditions, such as mental health among older adults, as well as the utilization of emergency department services, highlighting the critical role of primary care communication in improving health outcomes.
