The heads of all Quebec’s Départements territoriaux de médecine de famille (DTMF), which help coordinate the delivery of family medicine services, have issued a pledge to resist Bill 2. The move reflects broad concern among regional leaders about the legislation’s potential impact on access to care and the operational framework of family medicine in the province.
Health Minister Dubé has requested more time, arguing that the province needs to refine implementation details and address concerns raised by physicians, patients, and administrators. In response, DTMF leaders reaffirm their stance while emphasizing a willingness to engage in dialogue to avoid compromising patient care.
Key points cited by the DTMF include the risk of reduced accessibility to family doctors, potential for uneven service distribution across regions, and the administrative burden that could arise from new requirements. They stress the importance of maintaining robust co-ordination mechanisms and ensuring continuity of care for residents, especially in underserved areas.
Officials have underscored that the pledge to defy aspects of Bill 2 does not imply a blanket rejection of reform; rather, it signals a call for clearer guidelines, transitional supports, and measures to protect patient access during any transition period.
“We are committed to patient care first, but we also need workable rules that do not disrupt the delivery of essential services,” a DTMF representative said, outlining concerns about pacing and resource allocation under the bill.
The debate over Bill 2 continues as provincial authorities weigh feedback from healthcare networks, unions, and patient advocacy groups. The central question remains how to balance reform with the practical realities of service delivery in Quebec’s diverse regions.
Author’s summary: Quebec health leaders push back on Bill 2, urging time and clarity to safeguard access to family medicine while preparing for reforms.
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