Health-care groups call on Ottawa to stop Alberta’s dual medical practice model

Health-care groups from across Canada are urging the federal government to intervene in Alberta’s controversial dual practice model, which permits doctors to work in both public and private healthcare systems. They argue that this system undermines the integrity of publicly funded care and could lead to inequitable access to medical services. The call for action highlights growing concerns over how this model may affect overall healthcare quality and equity, prompting a broader discussion on the future of public healthcare funding and delivery in Canada.