Patients in Canberra hospitals often praise the hard work of doctors, nurses and specialists. But many doctors warn the system can't accommodate the growing city's needs.
But an expansion to the hospital will not solve all of Canberra's medical woes — it certainly will not help people like Donna Trucillo, who is tired of driving the Hume Highway.
While Canberra boasts a top-tier medical school and a wide array of specialists, complaints of having to seek treatment in Sydney and Melbourne are common. But she recognises the problems with Canberra's healthcare system are complex, and various governments have dedicated significant time and money to fixing them.
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