Public hospitals across Australia are under pressure, with emergency departments and essential surgeries struggling to keep up. New government funding has helped a little, but long waits remain a reality.

Brent spoke with AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen about the findings of the 2026 AMA Public Hospital Report Card, what’s driving delays, and what needs to change to improve care.

Dr McMullen explains the challenges facing patients, why more beds alone aren’t enough, and what Australians can do to navigate the system safely while hospitals remain under pressure.

Tune in for insights into what’s really happening in our public hospitals, why long waits persist, and what reforms could make a difference.

Public hospitals across Australia are under pressure, with emergency departments and essential surgeries struggling to keep up. New government funding has helped a little, but long waits remain a reality.
Brent spoke with AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen about the findings of the 2026 AMA Public Hospital Report Card, what&rsquo;s driving delays, and what needs to change to improve care.
Dr McMullen explains the challenges facing patients, why more beds alone aren&rsquo;t enough, and what Australians can do to navigate the system safely while hospitals remain under pressure.
Tune in for insights into what&rsquo;s really happening in our public hospitals, why long waits persist, and what reforms could make a difference.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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Brent&rsquo;s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69. Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what&rsquo;s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.