With our research, we aim to generate knowledge for future-proof, person-centred and appropriate primary and long-term care. We collaborate regionally and (inter)nationally to implement and evaluate care innovations, in which we pay special attention to the organisation of long-term care and health care technology . We bridge the gap between science and practice through cooperation within academic research networks/ academic collaboration centres, like our academic general practice and AHON and UNO-UMCG networks are a bridge to the region.
The demand for care is increasing while the availability of healthcare personnel is decreasing. In addition, major socio-economic health differences and population decline play a role in our region. This jeopardizes the continuity of care. Continuity of care in primary care and long-term care is related to better health outcomes. Generalist care is invaluable for providing appropriate and person-centred care.
Against this background, we realise our mission by generating essential knowledge for future-proof, person-centred and appropriate primary and long-term care. We collaborate regionally and (inter)nationally to implement and evaluate care innovations, in which we pay special attention to the organization of care and health care technology.
We conduct practice-driven research on frail older people living in nursing homes and in the community. We focus mainly, but not exclusively, on people with dementia.
We study the (organisation of) care of pregnant women and the impact of pregnancy events on maternal and child health.
We generate knowledge for future-proof, person-oriented, and appropriate primary and long-term care.
University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG)
Department of Primary and Long-term Care
Internal postcode FA21
P.O. Box 196
9700 AD Groningen
Visiting address
UMCG
Department of Primary and Long-term Care
Oostersingel | entrance 47 | building 50 | 2nd floor
Groningen
The Netherlands
