Table 1 Themes and categories

1- Offering dedicated courses and postgraduate programs

1-1- Teaching theoretical and clinical courses.

1–2- Separating gerontology/geriatric from other contents.

1–3- Developing culturally sensitive textbooks.

1–4- Having more experienced and qualified instructors.

1–5- Developing postgraduate degrees in gerontology/geriatrics.

2-Improving facilities and resources.

2-1- Enhancing nursing homes and building age-friendly

healthcare settings.

2-2- Hiring adequate number of healthcare professionals.

3- Raising awareness and enhancing collaborations.

3-1- Raising public awareness.

3-2- Establishing professional associations and social networks.

3-3- Raising the awareness of older people about their rights.