Structural marginalization of older adults within health care settings: a concept analysis
The contributors to structural marginalization of older adults within healthcare are complex and multifaceted. Successful resolution of this widespread concern requires a collaborative approach that includes recognition of the issue, targeted education, financial resources, and action towards resolution across all levels within healthcare systems.
Authors
- David S. Gerstle
- Ruheena Sangrar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4207-9066)
- Christina Oleynikov
- Denise Connelly
- Anna Garnett
Institutions
- Western University (CA)
- University of Toronto (CA)
- College of Family Physicians of Canada (CA)
- Amgen (Canada) (CA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Geriatrics
- Published
- 2025-12-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-06572-7
- Primary Topic
- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00