Considering the cultural characteristics of foreign patients and physicians as a factor in healthcare safety and quality

This paper addresses the issue of foreign nationals' participation in providing care in various forms — from foreign patients to physicians who arrived in Russia as migrant workers. The article highlights the cultural specificity of doctor- patient interactions using the example of the Islamic Republic of Iran, with a focus on cardiovascular pathology. This applied medical anthropological study highlights key aspects of legislation, social structure, values, and communication stereotypes that are crucial for understanding the cultural specifics of another country and can have a significant impact on healthcare provision. Such aspects exist in any culture and in any country. Taking these factors into account will improve the quality of care provided to migrant patients and more effectively engage migrant physicians in practice, thereby enhancing not only the quality but also the safety of healthcare services.