Social and geographical segmentation produce inefficient healthcare systems in which there is inequality, multiple overlapping and a waste of resources. No matter whether the different providers of healthcare are public or private, the ideal system is one that integrates them within a single framework. The financing system should be centralised.
Standards have to be set by national governments.
Patients or their doctors should be granted full freedom to choose the most suitable provider for each situation. A stronger public sector is necessary. More public funding is a must. The conference notes for this event are now available.