Beyond partnering: creating the healthcare community.
Growing stress on the healthcare system has encouraged policy makers and care providers to reconsider the current system. While universal access must be maintained, the authors argue that greater recognition of the differences in the health needs of Canada's diverse communities should shape service delivery. The creation of "healthcare communities" based on targeted research and stakeholder advice is more efficient and cost-effective than a standardized model based on population aggregates.
Amaratunga
Carol
C
Institute of Population Health, University of Ottawa.
Hockney
Judith
J
D002170:Canada; D019058:Community Networks / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D003695:Delivery of Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand