Private Practice Physicians in Quebec: key challenges

Key challenges faced by private practice doctors in Quebec 2025 report

Private Practice Physicians in Quebec: Challenges and Realities

A recent survey highlights a strong consensus among physicians in Quebec:

  • 96% question the current law, which prevents doctors from practicing in both public and private settings, forcing them to choose one system over the other
  • 98% believe that the Collège des médecins du Québec, whose mission is to protect the public, oversteps its mandate by favouring the public system
  • 98% believe that the Collège des médecins du Québec should recognize private medical practice and support its activity as a right enshrined in Quebec’s Charter of Rights
  • 92% believe that the Collège des médecins du Québec should include representation from the private sector to better address its realities

    Why Are Physicians Transitioning to Private Practice?
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    Doctors transitioning to private practice cite several key reasons:
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    • The top motivations for private practice emphasize more time with patients and improved accessibility.

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    Overwhelming support (96%) for allowing practice in both public and private sectors.

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    There is a need for greater collaboration between public and private healthcare rather than strict separation. More flexibility in regulations could encourage a more sustainable healthcare system by integrating the strengths of both models and enhance patient access.

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