The Canada Health Act: Why Healthcare Needs a Flexible Future with Bill Tholl

About the Episode

In this episode, Dr. Jordan Vollrath sits down with Bill Tholl, associate professor at McMaster University and an officer of the Order of Canada, to dive into the history and future of the Canada Health Act. Together, they explore the challenges faced during the drafting process, its lasting impact on Canadian healthcare, and areas in need of reform, including hospital funding, fee-for-service models, and greater accountability. Tholl also shares his insights on the importance of flexible healthcare and the need for compassionate leadership in driving positive change.

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Objectives and Discussions

1:29 Creation of the Canada Health Act A deep dive into how the Canada Health Act was formed and the key players involved.

7:46 The Impact of the Act on the Healthcare System Exploring how the Act has shaped healthcare delivery across Canada.

13:22 Improvements and Accountability Discussion on the ongoing need for improvements and holding systems accountable.

19:37 The Importance of Mental Health in the Healthcare System Highlighting why mental health is a critical component of overall healthcare.

29:40 The Effectiveness of Fee-for-Service Models in Hospitals Examining how fee-for-service payment models affect hospital operations and care quality.

32:18 Accountability in the Canadian Healthcare System A closer look at how accountability measures can enhance the healthcare system.

39:06 Updating the Canada Health Act for Modernization Discussing the need to modernize the Act to meet current healthcare challenges.

45:29 The Importance of Portability in Healthcare Licensure Addressing why healthcare licensure portability is key for improving access and efficiency.

48:21 Bringing About Meaningful Change in the Healthcare System Strategies and leadership insights on driving real change in healthcare.

55:19 Building Resilience and Practicing Compassionate Leadership in Healthcare How resilience and compassionate leadership can foster a stronger, more supportive healthcare environment.

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More Resources:

The Canada Health Act: https://policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/july-2024/canada-health-act-evolve/

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