Describe the development of the healthcare system, specifically
What role does societal and economic beliefs play in the development of a healthcare system?
What healthcare system is used in Canada?
What healthcare system is used in the US?
Evaluate the merits of each system, specifically
Discuss the costs and benefits of the Canadian healthcare system. Specifically, what are incentives for the government, participants, and medical providers
Discuss the costs and benefits of the US healthcare system. Specifically, what are the incentives for the government, participants, and medical providers
Discuss future initiatives in the US healthcare debate
What drives the healthcare debate in the US?
Are there any future policy initiatives?
Do you have any personal stories you want to share regarding healthcare in the US or abroad?
Required Reading
The pre-reading assignment for this topic focuses on the differences between the US and Canadian healthcare systems from Wharton School of Business: Is Canada the Right Model for a Better U.S. Health Care System? (Links to an external site.)