Daejeon Healthcare Update: Integrated Care & Address | March Launch

Daejeon Forum Tackles Integrated Care Implementation Challenges

A collaborative effort is underway in Daejeon, South korea, to address the complexities of implementing the nation’s new integrated Care Support Act, aimed at streamlining fragmented health and welfare systems. Local experts are convening to forge solutions ahead of the law’s full rollout in March 2026.

Preparing for a Landmark Shift in Regional Care

The upcoming implementation of the Integrated Care Support Act necessitates a proactive approach to ensure a cohesive and effective system. Recognizing this urgency,the Daejeon Regional Health Care Innovation Forum and the Chungnam national University Rise Project Group are co-hosting a critical forum on December 12th. The event, scheduled for 6:30 pm in Room 308 of the Library building (M3) at Chungnam National University College of Medicine, will focus on “Measures to establish a health care system in Daejeon following the implementation of the Integrated Care Support act.”

Did you know? – South Korea’s aging population is a key driver behind the Integrated Care Support Act.The legislation aims to address the increasing demand for long-term care services.

Securing Resources and Building a Unified System

The forum’s primary objective is to establish a truly integrated system and identify concrete strategies for securing the necessary financial resources. According to organizers, the new legislation demands a essential shift in how regional care is delivered, requiring careful planning and collaboration.

A diverse range of perspectives will be presented, including:

• Establishing an Integrated Health Care System: Eulji University professor Na Baek-ju will address the overarching task of building a unified system in Daejeon.
• Strengthening governance: Chungnam National University Professor Ahn Sun-ki will focus on measures to bolster the governance structure of integrated health care within the region.
• The role of Primary Care: Na Jun-sik, Director of Dandelion Medical business division, will explore the crucial role of primary medical institutions in delivering integrated care.
• Linking Health and Welfare: Park Ran-i,Director of the Daejeon Social Service Center,will present strategies for effectively linking health care and welfare services to maximize the impact of integrated care.
• Local Ordinance Updates: Attorney Youngjun Kim will discuss the status and necessary revisions to local government ordinances to align with the new Act.
• The Medical Association’s Viewpoint: daejeon Medical Association president Jeonghyeok Lim will outline the association’s position and future direction in light of the act’s implementation.

Pro tip – effective integrated care relies on strong communication between healthcare providers and social service agencies. Collaboration is essential for holistic patient support.

Following these presentations, Professor Jinseok Ryu of the Department of Social Welfare at Chungnam National University will chair a 30-minute general discussion.

Open to the Public, Fostering Community Engagement

The event is co-hosted by Dandelion medical Welfare Social Cooperative, Chungnam National University Graduate School of Public Health, and Eulji University College of Medicine.Importantly, the forum is open to all Daejeon citizens interested in integrated care and health care, with no prior registration required. This open-door policy underscores the commitment to broad community engagement in shaping the future of regional care.

Reader question – What challenges do you foresee in coordinating care between different providers under the new Act? Share yoru thoughts!

this initiative represents a significant step toward realizing the potential of the Integrated Care Support Act