About this tour
This tour to Stockholm and Helsinki offers an in-depth exploration of the healthcare systems in two Nordic capitals. In Stockholm, you’ll examine Sweden’s universally accessible healthcare model, and in Helsinki, you’ll study Finland’s evolving approach in areas such as patient-centered care and the connection between health and the environment. This tour will immerse you in both the practical and theoretical aspects of healthcare, highlighting the unique strengths and challenges of each country’s medical system.
Through visits to hospitals, clinics, and discussions with healthcare professionals and local residents, you’ll observe key differences in healthcare access and delivery. You’ll gain insight into demographics, funding models, technology use, infection control, and resource management, as well as how patients navigate care and interact with healthcare providers.
By the end of the tour, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the Nordic healthcare model, with a focus on the specific issues faced by Sweden and Finland. This experience will deepen your knowledge of patient care, healthcare policy, and innovation in both countries.
Learning outcomes
- Observe and compare clinical practice and health research with real-world clinical relevance in Stockholm and Helsinki
- Contrast healthcare systems in Sweden, Finland, and Denmark, with the United States to better understand the strengths and challenges within the social, historical, and scientific contexts unique to the Nordic region
Possible activities
- Attend lectures, engage with healthcare professionals, and tour hospitals and clinics in Stockholm and Helsinki
- Discuss the Swedish and Finnish healthcare systems with doctors, nurses, and administrative staff at leading medical institutions
- Interview local residents about their experiences with healthcare access, delivery, and quality in both cities