Abstract

VARGAS-HERNANDEZ, José G.. Intercambio trasfronterizo de servicios de salud y medicinas en la región de Tijuana y San Diego. Rev. pueblos front. digit. [online]. 2010, vol.5, n.10, pp.303-337. ISSN 1870-4115.  https://doi.org/10.22201/cimsur.18704115e.2010.10.153.

The objective of this article is to analyze the border exchange in the Tijuana-San Diego region of medical services, health care and medicines. Despite the numerous research studies conducted, there are still many questions regarding the impact from this exchange on regional development. The exploratory method, documentary analysis and a review of the literature were utilized. This article is focused on the transboundary market of southern California and the Tijuana border area, the motivations of users and buyers, the main barriers, characteristics and typology. Some areas for future studies are specified, and lastly, some proposals with implications for public policies are formulated. This study sheds light on the possibilities of increasing income from commerce in health services, improving the satisfaction of users and consumers, and mitigating the negative consequences associated with the design of policies and initiatives at the multilateral, binational and regional levels.

Keywords : medical attention; medicine; transboundary market; Tijuana-San Diego region; health care services.