The province of Manitoba has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to help reduce the backlog in elective surgeries due to COVID-19.
The RFP is open to both private and public facilities, according to a government statement. Applicants will have to detail how they will be able to address priority surgical and diagnostic areas by creating more capacity in the system.
“COVID-19 placed a lot of people’s procedures on hold and it has been a difficult time while they wait for their surgery to be rescheduled. We thank Manitobans for their patience during this time,” said Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen. “This government is looking for innovative solutions to address the backlog of surgeries created by the COVID-19 pandemic, and we believe this plan will get people the care they need, as quickly and efficiently as possible.”
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Services must be able to be delivered beginning August 1, 2020 with priority given, but not limited to pediatric dental surgeries; pediatric ear, nose and throat surgeries; minor orthopedic procedures; ophthalmology surgery; outpatient spine procedures; and outpatient urology surgeries.
According to the province, in early June about 5,500 people were waiting to have surgeries rescheduled.
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