Dr. Brian Day has spent decades fighting for patients' rights. He trained during an era of no wait times and doctors competing to provide care for patients.

People find this hard to believe, and system planners find it horrifying.

Canadian medicare was once the envy of the world. Today, countries try to avoid creating 'Canada-like' results.

Dr. Day reviews his book and the Cambie Surgery court case.

Dr. Day's book: https://amzn.to/40XuIPC

AI summary:

In this insightful episode, join host Shawn as he interviews Dr. Brian Day, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon and the author of 'My Fight for Canadian Healthcare: A 30-Year Battle to Put Patients First.' Dr. Day shares his personal journey, starting in the 1970s, through the golden era of Canadian medical practice to the present day challenges within the healthcare system. The discussion delves into the bureaucratic obstacles, government policies, and legal battles that impede patient care, focusing on the controversial case surrounding Cambie Surgery Centre. Dr. Day also highlights the hypocrisy in Canada's healthcare system, where private health insurance remains illegal while many, including government officials, seek private care. Join us to explore Dr. Day's relentless advocacy, the systemic flaws he aims to correct, and his unwavering hope for the future of Canadian healthcare.

00:00 The Economic and Human Cost of Wait Lists

01:47 Introducing Dr. Brian Day and His Journey

02:03 The Golden Era of Medical Practice

03:37 Challenges and Innovations in Healthcare

04:40 Anecdotes and Personal Stories

05:36 The Reality of Medical Care in the 1970s

09:20 Myths and Realities of Tommy Douglas

23:37 Hypocrisy in the Healthcare System

31:06 The Role of Commissions and Task Forces

32:23 Inside Cambie Surgery Clinic

33:31 Positive Culture at Cambie

34:06 Independent Surveys and Staff Satisfaction

35:13 Challenges in Public Hospitals

37:54 Flexibility and Workforce Retention

38:43 Government Policies and Legal Battles

46:10 Court Case Details and Frustrations

50:27 Reflections on the Legal System

57:54 Global Healthcare Comparisons

01:03:28 Maintaining Hope and Perspective

01:06:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts