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Two Tier Canadian Healthcare w/ Dr. Brian Day and Dr. Mohammad Zarrabian | The CBP

Sep 25, 2025

Dr. Brian Day, an orthopedic surgeon and author, and Dr. Mohammad Zarrabian, a double fellowship-trained spine surgeon, delve into the challenges of Canadian healthcare. They discuss surgery wait times and the rising demand for private care options. Day highlights systemic failures and legal constraints, while Zarrabian shares insights on the benefits of outpatient spine surgery. The duo examines international models, transparency issues in wait-time data, and recommends blended models to improve patient care and reduce bureaucratic resistance.

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Monopoly Restricts Access

Canada enforces a government-run monopoly on 'medically necessary' care that restricts private alternatives.
That monopoly contributes to delayed access and systemic dysfunction, says Dr. Brian Day.

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Private Clinic Cleared Backlogs

Dr. Mohammad Zarrabian describes a private outpatient spine centre in Winnipeg that treated simple cases faster.
The private center operated during COVID and cleared backlogs for injured workers, demonstrating system flexibility.

INSIGHT

Block Funding Creates Perverse Incentives

Canadian hospitals are funded by block budgets that penalize treating more patients.
That funding model disincentivizes hospitals from wanting patients and worsens wait lists, Dr. Day explains.

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FRIENDS AND ENEMIESThis week we welcome two esteemed medical professionals to discuss the state of Canadian healthcare, surgery wait times, the rise in demand for private care options in Canada, and more.A little about our guests:Dr. Brian Day is a prominent Canadian orthopedic surgeon, health researcher, and advocate for reforming the Canadian healthcare system, known for his controversial stance favoring private healthcare options and his legal challenge to B.C.'s Medicare Protection Act, which he ultimately lost. He is the founder of the Cambie Surgery Centre in Vancouver and a former president of the Canadian Medical Association. His advocacy is detailed in his book, "My Fight for Canadian Healthcare," and he remains a significant figure in discussions about healthcare policy in Canada.Dr. Mohammad Zarrabian is the current Head of Spine Surgery at Hamilton Health Sciences. He is a double fellowship-trained spine surgeon, having completed neurosurgical and orthopedic spine surgery fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and Toronto Western Hospital, University of Toronto. Buy Dr. Day's Book Here: https://a.co/d/4bKrBhE____Join us for some QUALITY Bitcoin and economics talk, with a Canadian focus, every Monday at 7 PM EST. From a couple of Canucks who like to talk about how Bitcoin will impact Canada. As always, none of the info is financial advice. Website: ⁠www.CanadianBitcoiners.com⁠Discord: https://discord.com/invite/YgPJVbGCZX A part of the CBP Media Network: ⁠www.twitter.com/CBPMediaNetworkThis show is sponsored by: easyDNS - https://easydns.com EasyDNS is the best spot for Anycast DNS, domain name registrations, web and email services. They are fast, reliable and privacy focused. With DomainSure and EasyMail, you'll sleep soundly knowing your domain, email and information are private and protected. You can even pay for your services with Bitcoin! Apply coupon code 'CBPMEDIA' for 50% off initial purchase Bull Bitcoin - ⁠⁠https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/cbp⁠⁠ The CBP recommends Bull Bitcoin for all your BTC needs. There's never been a quicker, simpler, way to acquire Bitcoin. Use the link above for 25% off fees FOR LIFE, and start stacking today.256Heat -⁠ https://256heat.com/ ⁠ GET PAID TO HEAT YOUR HOUSE with 256 Heat. Whether you're heating your home, garage, office or rental, use a 256Heat unit and get paid MORE BITCOIN than it costs to run the unit. Book a call with a hashrate heating consultant today.The Canadian Bitcoin Conference - https://canadianbitcoinconf.com/The PREMIER Bitcoin Conference, held annually in the great white North, where Bitcoiners come together to share stories, build momentum and have a great time while doing so. Whether your a pleb, business, newcomer or OG, the Canadian Bitcoin Conference wants to see you in Montreal, October 16-18 2025. Don't miss this one!