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Straight Talk from Bob
Choosing Wisely Canada Now in the Big Leagues
As Canada reflects on the sustainability of a publicly funded system that must respond to the challenges of an aging population, the importance of reducing low-value care becomes increasingly relevant.
Guest Blog
One year on and three steps backwards: Covid-19 and the NHS revisited (part 2)
The prime minister’s aspiration is to emulate Winston Churchill. To date he is more likely to be remembered as a clone of Neville Chamberlain, the ultimate appeaser.
Featured Videos
Long-term care operators dealing with another COVID-19 outbreak
One of Canada’s largest long-term care operators, Revera, is dealing with an outbreak at an Etobicoke home. One-hundred residents have tested positive for COVID-19, as well as 50 members from the home. A report looking into the lessons learned from the first wave will be made public Monday.
Former Ontario Deputy Health Minister sounds alarm as COVID cases climb
Bob Bell, former Ontario deputy health and long-term care minister, joins BNN Bloomberg to describe Ontario’s COVID-19 response and rising cases.
Debating Ontario's Healthcare Overhaul
The Ontario government recently unveiled some major changes to the way health care will be delivered in the province. The Agenda welcomes Dr. Bob Bell and Michael Decter, two former Ontario deputy ministers of health, to provide historical context to the overhaul, as well as their opinions on its viability.
International Healthcare System Profiles
Comparing Health Systems: Lessons for Ontario
Ontario has not recently undertaken a comprehensive plan for improving health services. After reviewing systems around the world, we offer suggestions for change and some important ideas for staying the course.
Deutschland: Where Insurance Reigns Supreme
Provider self-governance with a low rules environment may be responsible for over-utilization in the German health system. Is this a warning for implementation of Ontario Health Teams?
About Bob
Bob has worked in Ontario health care for more than 40 years as a GP, cancer surgeon, hospital CEO and deputy minister of health.
In the News
A place where the future of our system is discussed, ideas for change are proposed and commentary is offered.
Public Speaking
Book Bob for conferences and events. All speaking profits will be donated to a charity in support of cancer research, patient care and education.
Books by Bob
All proceeds from HIP will be donated to support cancer research at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.
