The Wave of the Future Podcasts

The Wave of the Future Podcasts


The Future of Healthcare in Canada

August 05, 2016

Many countries in the world are experiencing a demographic shift, resulting in a growing aging population. This trend, coupled with the increased costs of healthcare fueled in part by new technologies and treatments, poses challenges to the way healthcare is funded. In this podcast, Rodey Wing and Ella Berlyand discuss these challenges in relation to Canada, drawing upon a study they conducted with the Conference Board of Canada. Rodey and Ella outline different funding models, demonstrate how technology can help develop more sustainable healthcare systems, and share best-practice examples.