Developing a Transcultural Patient Care Web Site

Abstract

The development of a transcultural Web site created by a multidiscplinary committee in a large medical center is described. The purpose of this Web site is to give direct patient caregivers immediate, around-the-clock access to various types of transcultural information that can serve as an aid in the provision of culturally competent care. This article outlines the steps to developing the Web site and provides a description of the types of informational resources available on it.