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Panorama - Health Service

BIRTH OF THE NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE | How the state of the nation's health became a political ideal

Panorama | Health Service

Doctors discuss problems in the NHS as it approaches its 20th birthday.

Synopsis

In this revealing item from a 'Panorama' programme, two doctors propose very different solutions to the problems already besetting the young organisation. One doctor believes the NHS just needs more money, while the other suggests that business efficiency models should be introduced and talks about 'utilising resources'. Meanwhile, a GP worries about changes in the doctor-patient relationship.

Did you know?

When he was a young registrar, Professor Miller was known as Henry 'Gorgeous' Miller, and was notable for his elegant attire. Anthony Trafford later became Minister of Health during the Thatcher administration.

Contributors

Professor Henry Miller
Contributor
Dr Anthony Trafford
Contributor
Dr Jose Day
Contributor

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