As of Friday, Albertans will be able to self-refer and pay out-of-pocket for private medical tests. It's the latest example of provinces experimenting with private delivery of health care. Dr. Brian Wirzba - President, Alberta Medical Association joins Graham Richardson for this week's Explainer.

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<p>As of Friday, Albertans will be able to self-refer and pay out-of-pocket for private medical tests. It's the latest example of provinces experimenting with private delivery of health care. Dr. Brian Wirzba - President, Alberta Medical Association joins Graham Richardson for this week's Explainer.</p>
<p>Listen to The Vassy Kapelos podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter at @VassKapelosShow and on Instagram at @VassyKapelosShow.</p>