Public-Private Partnership: An Effective Solution for Providing Health Services to the Elderly

Hojatolah  Gharaee; Mahdi  Sadeghi

doi:10.18502/mshsj.v9i2.16519

Hojatolah Gharaee Assistant professor, Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
Mahdi Sadeghi MSc in Public Administration, Planning Officer, Deputy of Management and Resources Development and Planning, Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical Education, Tehran, Iran

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18502/mshsj.v9i2.16519

Keywords: Public-Private Partnership, Health services, Elderly

Abstract

Population aging has become a significant phenomenon in the 21st century due to rising life expectancy and declining fertility rates. The global elderly population, estimated at 727 million in 2020, is projected to double by 2050, with developing countries facing a greater proportion of elderly residents. This demographic shift will impact various sectors of society, including healthcare, leading to increased demand for medical services and higher costs. Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) are an effective mechanism to improve access to health services for the elderly, enhance service quality, and manage costs. It is crucial for policymakers to explore global experiences with PPP to develop strategies that address the unique economic and social conditions in Iran, ensuring an effective response to the rapid changes in healthcare needs for the aging population.