Demographics directly influence the volume and type of healthcare services used, yet population growth or decline does not always align with demand for services. The relationship between population change and healthcare utilization is influenced by demographic and clinical factors. A market experiencing rapid population growth in a younger, healthier population may experience declining surgical incidence rates, while a market with a declining population may experience increasing surgical volumes as its population ages and accumulates chronic conditions. These complex dynamics challenge traditional and deeply held assumptions about healthcare strategic planning.
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