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flag Canada's geriatrician shortage causes severe care delays, especially in rural areas, due to outdated systems and insufficient specialists.

flag Canada ranks near the bottom among G7 nations in geriatrician availability, with only 5.7 specialists per 100,000 seniors—far below the recommended 12.5. flag A new report by Foundation Health reveals widespread delays in care, with wait times for initial consultations exceeding 30 weeks nationally and reaching up to 12 months in some areas like the Greater Toronto Area. flag The shortage is especially severe in rural and northern Ontario, where access is limited. flag Outdated referral systems, relying on fax machines and lacking a centralized digital directory, worsen the crisis. flag Experts say timely access could prevent falls, hospitalizations, and worsening chronic conditions. flag The report urges increased funding for training, incentives for specialists to work in underserved areas, and the adoption of a modern electronic referral system to improve equity and efficiency in senior healthcare.

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