Scope of Practice

The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, premier Dalton McGuinty and healthcare stakeholders have studied, commented and dissected these barriers every which way. There is strong, across-the-board support for increased access to diagnostic testing and direct referral to specialists. So why do our patients continue to be disadvantaged by longer wait times and delays while nurse practitioners collaborate with physician partners in order to obtain the necessary approvals?

Group says broader role would curb costs; Florida Medical Association has different diagnosis.