The Decibel An experiment in Ontario to improve access to family doctors
Nov 22, 2024
Kelly Grant, the national health reporter for The Globe and Mail, takes us to Kingston, Ontario, where a groundbreaking experiment is tackling the family doctor shortage. She discusses a new model that links patients to clinics based on postal codes. This innovative approach, known as health homes, aims to restructure access to primary care. Grant sheds light on the challenges of doctor shortages, the financial implications, and what this could mean for healthcare across Canada, sparking hope for better patient experiences.
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