The Northwest Local Health Integration Network is getting a failing grade when it comes to health care planning for chronic diseases. The report by the Hamilton Spectator shows our region near the bottom. LHIN CEO Laura Kokocinski admits the problems exist, but says it doesn't mean we aren't getting the bang for our buck, adding the report goes far beyond examing the services that are provided. Kokocinski says the organization is working to overcome some of the obstacles the region faces when it comes to coordinating health care.Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Northwest LHIN takes it on the chin
The Northwest Local Health Integration Network is getting a failing grade when it comes to health care planning for chronic diseases. The report by the Hamilton Spectator shows our region near the bottom. LHIN CEO Laura Kokocinski admits the problems exist, but says it doesn't mean we aren't getting the bang for our buck, adding the report goes far beyond examing the services that are provided. Kokocinski says the organization is working to overcome some of the obstacles the region faces when it comes to coordinating health care.