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Lu Wang, PhD
Toronto Metropolitan University
United States
Dr. Lu Wang is Professor in the Department of Geography/Environmental Studies at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her research includes: immigrant health and healthcare; transnational healthcare practice (THP); COVID-19, spatial mobility and risk perception; ageing; access to care among older immigrants; and ethnic retailing. Her methodological expertise include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis, statistical modeling, and mixed-method approaches combining qualitative and spatial-quantitative methods. Dr. Wang’s community-based research has been primarily funded by SSHRC Insight Grant (PI), CIHR Operating Grant / COVID-19 Rapid Response (PI), CIHR Planning and Dissemination Grant (PI), and the RBC Immigrant, Diversity and Inclusion Project (PI).

Presenting at CAB 2025:

This concept analysis defines transnational healthcare as the practice of individuals seeking healthcare from their country of origin while living abroad. Using Walker and Avant’s framework, researchers reviewed literature to outline attributes, case examples, and implications. A clear definition aids in addressing health disparities and promoting interprofessional collaboration for migrant healthcare.