Thinking of Going Private for a Surgical Procedure? Here Are Some Considerations
Think shorter wait times, likely better equipment and probably a private room. Due diligence still required.
Canadians Left Waiting: The Challenge of Knee Replacement Timelines
Depending on the severity and location of the issue, patients will either receive a full or partial knee replacement. The surgery should rid you of pain and make it easier to move the joint.
Hair Today to Stay – Demystifying Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation is one of the most effective solutions today for individuals experiencing hair loss or balding.
Canada’s Breast Reduction Surgery Dilemma: Public or Private?
Breast reductions can be covered by provincial health insurance if it’s deemed medically necessary, but it can make the process harder. Just getting approval from the ministry of health can take up to eight weeks. Expect to wait months from consultation to surgery.
Nurse Practitioners – A New Trend to Deal with the Physician Shortage
Canadians are turning to nurse practitioners for their primary care. Learn more about the profession and your options for care.
Your Body, Your Choice: Egg Freezing for Future Use
Egg freezing can open up options for women and allow them to live without worrying about the constantly ticking biological clock.
The Out of Pocket Cost of Cancer Care in Canada
Getting treated for cancer can mean out of pocket disbursements for many. Find out what costs Canadians are facing and what we can all do to help each other.
Online Therapy is Exploding; We Break it Down
Online therapy has exploded since the start of the pandemic. We break down your options to help get your mental health on track.
75% of Vision Loss is Preventable and Treatable
Many adult Canadians do not get regular eye exams because of the out-of-pocket cost, but did you know that this may raise your risk of serious eye disease as you age?
The Price of Parenthood: A Breakdown of IVF Costs Across Canada
We're providing a province-by-province breakdown of costs and any potential provincial coverage for IVF treatments to help inform your IVF journey.
Ontario Investing in Private Clinics
Ontario's healthcare system is expanding surgical and diagnostic procedures to for-profit clinics. It's happening, for better or for worse.
Private Healthcare in Canada Should Not Mean “Do Not Enter”
Finding the perfect mix of private and public healthcare is the way of the future for Canada, but it won't happen with the snap of our fingers.