2024-10-27 15:08:00
The Confederation of National Unions (CSN) asks Minister Dubé to take measures to put an end to the exodus of family doctors to the private sector.
According to the union, in 2024, more than 500 family doctors were disaffiliated from the public health insurance plan (RAMQ) to practice only in the private sector.
This number has reportedly doubled since 2015 and quadrupled since 2009.
Mr. Dubé could quickly put an end to the exodus of doctors who leave the public system to practice in the private sector, according to the CSN.
“We are often told that the health network is a big boat to move, but the government has no excuse on this point: it could put an end to the exodus on Monday,” said the president of the CSN, Caroline Senneville, in a press release.
“Doctors who leave for the private sector necessarily reduce access to the network, but also deprive Quebecers of the work of nurses, administrative agents and attendants who leave with the doctors,” she added.
On November 23, the CSN will present an emergency plan to curb the erosion of the health and social services network in front of its activists at the Colisée Vidéotron in Trois-Rivières.
“Across Quebec, a growing number of workers are concerned about the privatization of the health network,” said Caroline Senneville. “This event is a signal that the CSN is sending to the CAQ government. Quebecers care about their network and they are ready to defend it.”
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**Interview with Sarah Tremblay, Spokesperson for the Confederation of National Unions (CSN)**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Sarah. The CSN has recently called on Minister Dubé to address the ongoing issue of family doctors leaving the public sector for private practices. Can you elaborate on the concerns driving this request?
**Sarah Tremblay:** Absolutely. Our major concern stems from a significant exodus of family doctors from the public healthcare system to the private sector. This trend is alarming; it undermines the accessibility and quality of care for patients who depend on public healthcare. Family doctors are essential for our healthcare system, and we need to find ways to support them to remain in the public sector.
**Editor:** What specific measures does the CSN propose to help retain family doctors in the public system?
**Sarah Tremblay:** We believe that Minister Dubé should consider implementing competitive salaries and benefits for family doctors that reflect their workload and contributions to the healthcare system. Additionally, we propose improving working conditions and reducing administrative burdens, allowing doctors to focus more on patient care rather than bureaucratic tasks.
**Editor:** Have any steps been taken so far by the government in response to these issues?
**Sarah Tremblay:** While there have been discussions, we are still waiting for concrete actions. The government needs to prioritize this issue and address the underlying factors that are driving doctors away, such as understaffing and burnout in the public system.
**Editor:** How critical is this issue for patients relying on family doctors in the coming years?
**Sarah Tremblay:** It’s extremely critical. Without immediate action, we risk further diminishing the number of available family doctors, which could lead to longer wait times for patients, inadequate care, and ultimately a healthcare crisis. We need to act now to ensure that our health system remains viable for everyone.
**Editor:** Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your insights on this pressing issue. We hope to see productive steps taken soon.
**Sarah Tremblay:** Thank you for having me. It’s important that we keep this conversation going.
