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Originally Posted by billw1032
Says who? I sure would like to see the list of #1-36 and know what the rating criteria was. Based on my observation (I had out-patient surgery Friday, major surgery 3 years ago, and ongoing treatment for a couple of chronic conditions) I can't imagine getting better care anywhere else.
Last I heard, Canadians frequently come to the US for medical procedures due to the long wait times in Canada. This recent article seems to confirm that:
"No progress in wait times for health care in Canada: report"
http://www.montrealgazette.com/healt...242/story.html |
Here is the link. The US has actually fallen another notch to 38th.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_...health_systems
A few additional comments when I'm feeling a little less passionate:
- America is #1 in medical technology and education. If you read the details behind the rankings, you'll find that the main reason that America is ranked 38th in health care delivery is that most Americans don't have access to our amazing medical system because of the costs. If you do, you're lucky.
- Canada is far from perfect, but it's a little better. Yes, there are delays for treatment sometimes and those who can afford it come here. You understand that's the 1%, right? Just like in this country.
- There is no consideration of 'pre-existing conditions' in Canada. Everyone is covered for everything. If you get cancer, you aren't automatically bankrupt.
- Hospitals in Canada are service centers, not profit centers. When you walk into the lobby, you feel like you have arrived in a medical facility. In my neighborhood here in Texas, my car is valet parked and I feel like I've walked into the lobby of a Westin Hotel. Health care is a captive market... it should not be run like a free market.
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