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International Journal of Emergency Medicine
Published in: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 1/2021

01-12-2021 | Triage | State of International Emergency medicine

Emergency medicine in Japan: past, present, and future

Authors: Kentaro Shimizu, Seikei Hibino, Michelle H. Biros, Taro Irisawa, Takeshi Shimazu

Published in: International Journal of Emergency Medicine | Issue 1/2021

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Abstract

Quite a few changes and challenges have arisen in society in general as technology has advanced and the aging population has increased. These can lead to the recognition of the shortcomings of a society’s traditional systems and the various changes that are needed, especially in providing emergency medical care. A super-aged society has been developing in Japan, and the emergency care system needs to change according to these new demographics and society’s needs. The focus has been shifting from critical care and trauma to medical and surgical conditions involving the elderly. Challenges in triage, ambulance diversion, and staffing are discussed in this review. Possible solutions currently underway, such as a public helpline, smartphone app system, coordination by designated hospitals, and universal coverage/government support, are discussed as future directions. Emergency medicine in Japan needs to develop in a more flexible way to meet the upcoming robust challenges of the changing demographics.
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Metadata
Title
Emergency medicine in Japan: past, present, and future
Authors
Kentaro Shimizu
Seikei Hibino
Michelle H. Biros
Taro Irisawa
Takeshi Shimazu
Publication date
01-12-2021
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
International Journal of Emergency Medicine / Issue 1/2021
Print ISSN: 1865-1372
Electronic ISSN: 1865-1380
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-020-00316-7

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