June 5, 2025
Over the past year as Canadian Medical Association (CMA) president, I have seen both the fragility and resilience of our health care system. In countless conversations with providers and patients, I heard about their challenges in our under-resourced system. But these same health care advocates also highlighted innovative solutions to build a better system for everyone.
More than ever, I believe in the power of health care advocacy, and plan to continue pushing forward on key issues long into the future. But as I close this chapter and pass on the mantle of president, I have been reflecting on what I’ve learned: