Primary Focus with Dr. Tara Kiran
Dr. Tara KiranPatients, politicians and clinicians agree: it’s high time to fix primary care in Canada. But, what could a stronger, more inclusive, more efficient public system look like? In this smart, engaging podcast, family doc and researcher Dr. Tara Kiran brings together the voices of frontline healthcare workers, patients, researchers and policymakers from around the world to unpack the issues and innova... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessNewsPoliticsMedicine | |||
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Can you imagine driving down the highway and seeing street signs directing you to your local primary care clinic instead of a hospital? In this episode, Dr. Tara Kiran hops in a car with health economist Tino Marti for a healthcare road trip across C... more
Imagine living in a country where no resident struggles to access primary care. There are no wait lists. Everyone can be seen at the local health centre, even if they haven’t registered in advance. In this episode, Dr. Tara Kiran takes you on a journ... more
More than 5.8 million adults in Canada don't have a regular family doctor, nurse practitioner or primary care clinic--and where you live has a lot to do with whether you're one of them. To make sense of the newest research on primary care in Canada, ... more
In this episode, Dr. Tara Kiran travels to Durham, Ontario, to visit the Durham Community Health Centre, where CEO Francis Garwe leads a team rethinking what primary care can look like when it is truly rooted in community. Touring a repurposed public... more
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- Visionary and inspiring podcast!
Outstanding podcast on primary health care. Current challenges are clearly stated with the view to building a better system by exploring those that already exist. Episodes are intentionally crafted and incredibly engaging. Thank you for your passion and commitment to improving care for all!
Apple Podcasts5campbc3
Canada6 months ago - Engaging and motivating.
Thanks for spending the time to highlight effective strategies in improving primary care from other countries.
I hope to hear more about how to address the caveats specific to Canada, such as people in the Netherlands being more stoic and how to change public mindset on what/how to seek care if we implement something like PCAs, the triage process like the Netherlands. In some ways our system has developed in response to patient expectations, which vary by location (metropolitan cities, urban c... more
Apple Podcasts5swimasdfCanadaa year ago - Sense making!
As someone who has been working with Primary Care in Toronto for over a decade implementing provincially funded digital tools, I love the perspective and ideas being discussed here for such an important and critical part of our health sector. Wonderful Job!!!
Apple Podcasts5lex 17284749Canadaa year ago - Interview with Rita McCracken
Hi Tara, I’m a family MD who has been practicing in the North and also in urban BC
I apologize but this is more of a comment and less of a review
So grateful that you and your guests are working hard to tackle our suboptimal primary care access and continuity
I am a firm believer in continuity of care but much like you believe this can be achieved by different team members.
I was surprised, however, to hear the lack of emphasis on RNs as an integral part of Primary Care Teams. I might have miss... more
Apple Podcasts4jennyharrisCanadaa year ago - Good listen
Optimistic and refreshing. Looking forward to hearing some of the recommendations for a healthy system!
Apple Podcasts5Meaghan McLarenCanadaa year ago
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What is Primary Focus about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thoughtful, policy-forward show that examines how primary care systems around the world are organized, funded, and governed to improve access, equity, and quality. Episodes frequently compare international models—from digitally enabled, universally accessible systems to team-based, community-governed clinics—and translate those lessons into practical implications for Canada's primary care reform efforts. Notable strengths include on-the-ground clinics, data-driven improvements, and clear discussions of governance, financing, and patient-centered care. The format tends to feature clinicians, health-system leaders, researchers, and policymakers, offering a mix of practitioner perspectives and high-level analysis that's useful for listeners ... more
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1. Antoni Peris Grau
2. Marisa Martí
3. Carlin Reyes
4. Daniel Ferrer Vidal
5. Sara Fragedes
6. Marta Galtas
7. Tino Marti
8. Dr. Danielle Ferreira Vidal
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