Abstract
• We do not have a health system with collaboratively oriented values. • Reforms that former prime minister Kevin Rudd initiated, which are now Prime Minister Julia Gillard's to prosecute, do not support such a health system. • Reformers have consistently ignored present and potential values. • A plan for reform of the health system must take into account differing stakeholders' objectives and values and incorporate new values. • This requires an agreement by stakeholders to embrace the common good. • It will also need strong leadership and a willingness to embrace fundamental change.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 259-262 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Medical Journal of Australia |
| Volume | 194 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| Publication status | Published - 7 Mar 2011 |
| Externally published | Yes |