Quote Originally Posted by Edwina's Secretary View Post
How very fortunate you are! Sadly, I know of many who are not as satisfied - in the US and have heard plenty of horror stories as well.

And I know many who are very satisfied with the Canadian system as well as the systems in other countries.

I go with facts - not feelings when it comes to how well my money is spent.

But again, I am very happy for you that you are satisfied with the US healthcare.
Yes, I'm certain that there is good and bad in all systems, regardless of our geographical location. There is room for improvement everywhere.

But I also know that if I need surgery or tests, I don't have to wait a ridiculous amount of time for it. When I hear of waiting times for something as routine as cataract surgery, or a knee replacement or such, in some other countries, I am quite flabbergasted, especially when I know that I can have it done in a matter of weeks, and not have to wait months and months on a long waiting list.