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A Comprehensive Approach to Financing Global Surgical Care

Hosted by the Program in Global Surgery and Social Change 

This 8-part series explores the global health financing landscape and trends in supporting surgical systems strengthening efforts on the road to 2030.

 

From development assistance for health, domestic resources, and private sector contributions to innovative financing mechanisms, cost-saving strategies, and economic impact, our series serves as a platform for diverse perspectives to converge and contribute to meaningful dialogue.

 

Featuring evidence from public databases, literature review, and expert input the series offers a holistic view of the challenges and opportunities in financing surgical systems. Whether you're interested in policy analysis, practical case studies, or evidence of trends, our series provides valuable insights and creates a roadmap LMICs can utilize.

 

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Impact of Surgery on Economic Development In Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Dynamic Panel Data Analysis

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Martilord Ifeanyichi, MBBS, PhD; Phyllis Tenkorang, MD; Mark Shrime, MD, PhD

In this session:

  • Key findings from panel data analysis on surrogate measures of surgical volume on GDP growth

  • Discussion on estimates of the economic impact of surgical care provision on GDP

Scalpel & Strategy: Cutting Costs, Strengthening Surgical Systems

Speakers: Barnabas Alayande, MBBS, MPH; Pierrette Ngutete Mukundwa, MD, MGHD; Oluwaseun Ojomo, MD, MPH, MSC, FRSPH; Med Muatapha Kabba, MD; Emmanuel Idenyi Shaibu, MD; Emmanuel M. Makasa, MD, PhD

In this session:

  • Key findings from an analysis of cost reduction strategies in the context of surgical systems

  • Transferable strategies for improving surgical and healthcare efficiency

Rethinking Surgical Care Funding: Private Sector Contributions and Strategic Partnerships

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Riya Sawhney, MBBS; Joanne, Moenrike; Sifan Zheng, MD; Tom Achoki, MD; Aaron Ogunde

In this session:

  • Key findings from an analysis of private-sector financing

  • Discussion on successful case studies of private sector engagement in funding of surgical care

Transitioning from Traditional to Innovative Financing Models in Global Surgery: A Landscape Review

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Gabriella Y. Hyman, MBBS, MPH; Joanne Moenrike; Kelvin Sikwibele

In this session:

  • Key findings from analysis of innovative financing models in financing healthcare

  • How surgical systems can utilize innovative financing mechanisms to scale up sustainable surgical systems

Maximizing the Impact of Philanthropy in Global Surgery: Current Trends and Opportunities

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Dawn C. Poh, MBBS; Laura Hoemeke DrPH; Walt Johnson MD, MPH

In this session:

  • Key findings from a mixed methods research on trends of philanthropy in financing surgical care

  • Discussion on strengths and challenges of philanthropy

  • How do we ensure trends do not create dependency on philanthropy

Domestic Resources For Surgical Care Financing: Expanding Fiscal Space on The Path to Universal Health Coverage

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Gabriella Y. Hyman, MBBS, MPH; Ramya Reddy; Salome Masimwe, MD, MMED, PhD; Roman Makaya, MBA, PhD

In this session:

  • Key findings from a mixed methods research on Domestic resources

  • Discussion on challenges in domestic resource allocation and strategies for successful domestic financing for surgical care

Analysis of Bilateral Development Assistance for Surgery in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Simon Fabry, MD

In this session:

  • Key findings from a mixed methods research on bilateral assistance for surgical projects

  • Discussion on strengths and challenges in bilateral assistance

  • Effect of current political climate on global surgery efforts

Navigating Multilateral Support to Finance Surgical Systems: Partnerships & Contributions

Speakers: Kee B. Park, MD, MPH; Nardos G. Bulfeta, MD; Geoff Ibbotson, MD, MPH; Maria Jose Garcia; Woldemedhin Hailu, MD

In this session:

  • Key findings from a mixed methods research on Multilateral support to surgical projects

  • Discussion on strengths and limitations of the multilateral landscape

  • The role of Multilateral organizations in supporting LMICs’ transition from aid to partnerships

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