Development of pediatric orthopedic training and practice in China: Administrative, socioeconomic, and cultural impacts

Xiaotang Sun, Li Zhao, Dahang Zhao, Ken N. Kuo

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Abstract

In China, at the present time, 24% of the population is under the age of 14 years (about 0.26 billion). The bone and joint health care for this part of the population is of great significance and depends upon the professional training and practice. This review introduces the historical development and current status of pediatric orthopedic training and practice in China in terms of administrative, socioeconomic and cultural impacts.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)283-287
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Pediatric Orthopaedics Part B
Volume25
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2016

Keywords

  • China
  • Medical training
  • Pediatric orthopedics

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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