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A life or death 40-hour wait in the ER

A life or death 40-hour wait in the ER

Update: 2025-04-04
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Christina Shehata waited 40 hours in an Ontario hospital ER to get an inpatient bed. It’s a common reality in hospitals across Canada. What makes Christina's story different is that her husband, Dr. Adam Shehata, was keenly aware that she could have died. While the hospital did the best it could, Christina says without the aid of a physician spouse, her stay could have been even longer. They're highlighting the need for systemic change.

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A life or death 40-hour wait in the ER

A life or death 40-hour wait in the ER