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Waiting for medical services in Canada: lots of heat, but little light.

Authors :
Sanmartin,, Claudia
Shortt,, Samuel E.D.
Barer,, Morris L.
Sheps,, Sam
Lewis,, Steven
McDonald, Paul W.
Source :
Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ). 5/2/2000, Vol. 162 Issue 9, p1305-1310. 6p.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Offers a study that discusses differences in measurement approaches and a lack of awareness of the effectiveness of different approaches to managing waiting lists and waiting times and how they hamper progress in the Canadian health care system. Causes in the variability in perceptions of waiting lists; Public opinion.

Details

Language :
English
Volume :
162
Issue :
9
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
3073148