Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science 2025;42(1):16-

doi:10.12701/jyms.2024.01410

Differences in pain treatment between the healthcare systems in South Korea and Quebec and proposals for improvements

Min Cheol CHANG 1 ; Mathieu BOUDIER-REVÉRET

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Country

Republic of Korea

Language

English

Abstract

After a year of exchange in Montreal, a South Korean academic physiatrist and his Canadian colleague have reflected on the strengths and weaknesses of their respective healthcare systems. They have focused more specifically on physiatrist-delivered pain medicine treatments. This article is written based on personal perspectives. It aims to present the differences between the systems in South Korea and Quebec, highlighting the issues arising from each system and providing perspectives on potential solutions.