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Challenging the CMA's Stance on Employer-Funded Care with Dr. Brian Rotenberg
Prescription for Primary Care
10 minutes 25 seconds
1 year ago
Challenging the CMA's Stance on Employer-Funded Care with Dr. Brian Rotenberg
Episode Description
In this compelling episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian Rotenberg to discuss the controversial draft policy recently released by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) regarding private healthcare and employer-funded care.
Dr. Rotenberg, whose LinkedIn post sparked some attention, shares his insights on why he believes the CMA's stance is misaligned with the needs of both physicians and patients. We explore the implications of this policy for millions of Canadians and the potential for positive change in the healthcare system.
Key Points Discussed:
Dr. Rotenberg's LinkedIn Post
Overview of the CMA's draft policy and its implications
Contradiction between the CMA's stance and its own survey data
Call for action to sign the petition against the CMA's policy
CMA's Controversial Draft Policy
Examination of the CMA's position against private healthcare and employer-funded care
Discussion on how this policy could affect healthcare access
The Petition: "Ask the Canadian Medical Association to reverse its stance on employer-funded care"
Impact on Canadian Healthcare
Need for Healthcare Reform
Discussion on the stagnation of healthcare in Ontario and Canada
Exploration of potential solutions and the courage needed for change
Guest Information
Dr. Brian Rotenberg is a Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University (London, Canada) and Residency Program Director for the department. He is also Chair, Medical Advisory Committee at St. Joseph’s Health Care London.
Useful Links
Dr. Brian Rotenberg's LinkedIn Post - https://tinyurl.com/bde7cdxz
Petition: "Ask the Canadian Medical Association to reverse its stance on employer-funded care" - https://lnkd.in/gghPEeHr
Canadian Medical Association (CMA) - https://www.cma.ca/
To reach Dr. Rotenberg - https://surgicalservicesltd.com/how-we-help/ and https://surgicalservicesltd.com/our-team/dr-brian/