Like most industrialized nations, Australia is no different when it comes to the main driver of its healthcare system…Sick Care. What is “sick care?” It’s a system based on the reactive and acute treatment of urgent issues as well as the episodic management of chronic illness. When someone becomes injured or sick, they seek out treatment from their primary care providers. The system reacts to this demand by providing efficient diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses. For the most part, this model has been effective … Continue reading Transitioning From Sick To Proactive Care