抄録
In conclusion, we have tried to partially answer the questions about “What is on the other side of the 21st century doorway?” The answers were discussed in the light of a “third-wave” framework. Five major factors of 1) information management, 2) demographic changes, 3) global environment, 4) world economics and political forces, and 5) health and wellness lifestyles, were introduced to help us prepare for effective health care practice in the next century. Also, it was mentioned that successful health care delivery was incumbent upon professional care giver skills of 1) critical thinking, 2) care management, 3) primary care, 4) community focused, and 5) relationship-centered care. Finally, I believe that collegiality and sharing of better ways of health care delivery such as those demonstrated between our two Universities for more than 16 years is one of the most significant demonstrations of “forecasting a healthier future” for all of us.
