Chnages in Health Care

In today's society, public perception of the U.S. health care system is widespread. Many people are satisfied with the advancements that we have made in the medical community. Less than one hundred years ago, health care was non-existent. Today, it is one of the leading industries in our country and worldwide. However, many people criticize where health care is going. They believe that doctors are giving up quality care and replacing it with the …

…as radical reversals of form and function. In the new hospital market economy, however, it appears likely that the Darwinian law of nature, survival of the fittest, will determine which hospitals will remain to serve the American public in the 21st century. Blendon, R.J. "The Public's View of the Future of Health Care," Journal of the American Medical Association. 259(1998):3587. Shortell, S.M. The Future of Hospitals and Health Care Management. (Washington, DC, no date): 29.