President Clinton s proposed health care plan consisted of universal access, health alliances would purchase health care, and delivery of care would be provided through accountable health care plans. According to Mr. Finocchio it will be the health care professions that will have a significant impact on health care reform in the next century. Professional associations have legislative powers and how they use them is instrumental in all the health care system becomes. Historically professional associations have used their power for self interest however, collaboration will be the key to making a strong impact on the health care system. The lecture was concluded with a compelling pitch from Mr. Finocchio.
Democracy means a society in which every person is committed to ensuring human rights for everyone.
The services that practitioners and clinicians perform must extend beyond clinical care to the policy and political realms. The students in UB s School of Health Related Professions will one day become the leaders who will shape this country s health care system to reflect the values of a democratic society. Mr. Finocchio was certain we would meet this challenge.