The Journal of Korean Medicine (대한한의학회지)

The Society of Korean Medicine (대한한의학회)
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A study on the improvement for the classification of Korean Medicine industry

한의약산업 분류 개선 방안 연구

  • Eunhye Hyun (Institute of Health Policy and Management, Seoul National University Medical Research Center) ;
  • Ji-Eun Park (Center for Global Collaboration, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine ) ;
  • Yooseon Park (Policy Development Center, Development of Korean Medicine Policy, National Institute for Korean Medicine Development ) ;
  • Byungmook Lim (Division of Humanities and Social Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University)
  • 현은혜 (서울대학교 의학연구원 의료관리학연구소) ;
  • 박지은 (한국한의학연구원 글로벌협력센터 ) ;
  • 박유선 (한국한의약진흥원 정책본부 정책지원센터) ;
  • 임병묵 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원 인문사회의학교실)
  • Received : 2024.06.29
  • Accepted : 2024.08.19
  • Published : 2024.09.01
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Abstract

Objectives: This study aims to develop a revised classification system of the Korean Medicine (KM) industry that is practically feasible, ultimately laying the groundwork for the KM industry's development. Methods: The draft of classification structure and categories were established through review of literature on existing classification systems related to KM or industry. The experts who affiliated to representative organizations on KM industry were invited to conduct reviews for enhancing the draft's practical validity and usability. The review process was iterated until consensus was achieved among the experts, ensuring the revised classification was comprehensive and robust. Results: Three drafts were created in total, and the final revised classification system consisted of the 'KM industry' and the 'KM-related industry' (indirectly related or supportive of the KM industry). The 'KM industry' includes KM medicaments, KM medical instruments and appliances, and KM healthcare service. The 'KM-related industry' includes KM research, KM administration, KM education, and KM organization. Two key points emerged from the open feedback: the necessity of establishing new sectors within the KM industry and the need for further research on methods to link these new sectors with existing statistical data. Conclusions: The revised classification system of the KM industry developed in this study can serve as an important foundational resource for policymakers, researchers, and industry practitioners in the relevant field, supporting their research and policy development.

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Acknowledgement

이 논문은 2021년 보건복지부의 지원을 받아 수행된 연구임(과제명: 한의약산업 육성을 위한 정책 방향 연구).

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