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Yukon Hospitals' Accreditation Chaos: Health Minister Outraged
9 Jun
Summary
- Health Minister criticizes Accreditation Canada's erratic decision-making.
- Yukon Hospital Corporation briefly lost and then regained accreditation.
- Minister demands explanation for rule changes and lack of communication.
Yukon's Health Minister, Brad Cathers, has voiced strong criticism against Accreditation Canada following a tumultuous two-week period where the Yukon Hospital Corporation's accredited status was revoked and subsequently reinstated. Cathers emphasized his full support for the Yukon Hospital Corporation's appeal against what he called a mistaken decision by Accreditation Canada.
He further stated that Accreditation Canada altered its process rules without adequate communication to Yukon hospitals and other clients, raising concerns. Cathers asserted that the hospital corporation was not informed of any issues concerning staff professionalism or qualifications. Accreditation Canada, which assesses healthcare organizations against excellence standards, declined interview requests.
The Yukon Hospital Corporation's accredited status was initially changed to 'not accredited' on May 15, according to Accreditation Canada's website. However, on June 1, the corporation learned its status had been reinstated, though without a clear explanation. The corporation is seeking clarification on the reasons and evidence behind the initial decision, with a review by Accreditation Canada expected to conclude by the end of the month.
