Episode 14: Marco Varkevisser on the Dutch healthcare system and its sustainability

In this episode, Marco Varkevisser delves into the Dutch healthcare system and its sustainability, providing an helpful overview and insights from his most recent research on the topic. He discusses practical case studies, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and highlights the current challenges within healthcare. Marco also offers valuable advice for teachers and aspiring students based on his experiences and academic recognition.

 

Guest: Marco Varkevisser (Full Professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management)

Hosts: Fanny Tallgren and Karen Trujillo Jara

 

Timestamps:

(02:12) Marco's research expertise and interests

(06:01) An introduction to the Dutch healthcare system and its sustainability

(18:01) The Dutch basic benefit package and the role of stakeholders

(26.45) The issue of global shortage of healthcare labour

(29.20) COVID-19 case: did the Dutch healthcare system cope well?

(32:37) The trade-off between collaboration and competition

(43:03) Future research on planetary health

(45:22) Advice for teachers and future students

 

References:

Report: Sustainability and Resilience in the Dutch Health System 

Journal article: Competition and collaboration in health care: reconciling the irreconcilable? Lessons from The Netherlands