Future of Brazilian Health

Today I want to express my opinion about the provisional measure approved this week.

The Federal Senate approved on Tuesday, 20, the Provisional Measure (MP) that resumes the Mais Médicos program. From the text, the dismissal of the revalidation of a diploma for foreign doctors in the first four years of the program was established.

A gift for Brazilian society, isn't it?! Nothing compares to the possibility of access to health professionals without unequivocal proof of competence. After all, who needs guarantees regarding the well-being of the people?

The enjoyment of a questionable quality in health is, in fact, the perspective that such individuals attribute us as if it were a fair merit for us Brazilians. What a venturous situation ours!

One can be sure that those involved do not deposit their confidence in these foreign professionals regarding their own health or family members. They prefer to look for centers of excellence with state-of-the-art equipment and highly qualified professionals. However, for the rest of the population, well ... to be satisfied with the minimum available.

Unfortunately, it is common to observe political actions driven by populism, in which the focus is more on the conquest of immediate popularity than on the actual resolution of the problems faced by the population. This simple and appearance-oriented approach can result in measures that do not address issues effectively or have long-term adverse effects.

In Brazil, the reality of health professionals is marked by a series of unfavorable aspects that call for attention and change. It is frustrating that during so many challenges doctors face, several fundamental aspects are neglected or ignored.

First, I highlight insufficient high school, which does not adequately prepare students to enter the university and face the challenges of the medical profession.

The scarcity of accessible and quality public universities is an additional obstacle. Access to the medical formation of excellence becomes a privilege rather than a universal right. Not to mention the financing deficit and financial aid for graduation, making it challenging to access promising talents for medical education.

Meanwhile, when completing the undergraduate, the benefits are precarious. The absence of vacation, thirteen third parties, and the specific workload during the medical residency reflect a devaluation of health professionals, who work hard in adverse conditions, often without consistent remuneration.

The medical career plan is another critical point. The absence of a clear progression and professional appreciation structure leaves doctors unmotivated and helpless, directly affecting the quality of services provided.

Inadequate infrastructure also profoundly affects the exercise of medicine. The lack of investment in modern equipment and poor work conditions compromises the efficiency and safety of professionals, directly impacting patient care.

To top it off, doctors are overloaded with high tax rates, allocating a significant percentage of their monthly income (27.5%) to tax payments while facing all the abovementioned difficulties.

Regrettably, we see a scenario in which resources designed to boost scientific advancement in health must be more present. The lack of financial incentives for technology and innovation also perpetuates a stagnant system, unable to follow the demands and advances of modern medicine.

In addition, the recognition of great Brazilian scientists is practically null. Talented and dedicated professionals who could contribute significantly to the population's health are often undervalued and need proper support to develop their work thoroughly.

Undeniably, these unfavorable circumstances directly affect the health system's quality as a whole. There must be a profound change in this scenario, with adequate investments, valorization of health professionals, research and innovation incentives, better working conditions, and medical training.

The population's health depends on recognizing these challenges and the commitment to seek effective solutions. Only through concrete and priority measures will it be possible to achieve an equitable and quality health system for all Brazilians. The rulers must commit to promoting efficient public policies that comprehensively address all the gaps and deficiencies in the health system.

This means investing significantly in scientific research, providing Proper resources for health professionals to advance knowledge and develop innovative solutions to the challenges faced in the medical field. In addition, it is essential to establish an environment conducive to the recognition of Brazilian talents, valuing and supporting prominent scientists in their respective areas.

A clear and attractive medical career plan is essential to retain qualified and motivated professionals. This implies offering adequate working conditions, fair compensation, growth opportunities, and professional development.

Investment in Basic Education is another critical piece to ensure solid training and prepare students to enter the university. It is necessary to ensure quality high schools with updated curricula and efficient pedagogical strategies so that future doctors have a solid basis of knowledge and skills.

The universalization of access to quality public universities is an essential objective. This involves the implementation of inclusion policies so that talented students from all layers of society can enter their medical careers.

To enable the training of health professionals, it is necessary to guarantee financing and adequate financial aid for graduation. Scholarships, educational credit programs, and partnerships with private institutions are some alternatives to explore.

Improving the infrastructure of health facilities is critical to ensuring a proper, equipped, and safe environment for doctors to perform their duties. This includes the availability of modern equipment, quality materials, and environments conducive to patient care.

The transformation of the Brazilian health system requires a firm commitment to invest in all mentioned fronts, with consistent policies and a long-term vision. Only then will it be possible to build a truly equitable health system, efficient and capable of providing quality care to all citizens of the country.

I want to emphasize the importance of holding the Brazilian voter responsible for his choices and actions within the context of the problems faced. Today, more than ever, we need to recognize our political choices' direct impact on our society. We can no longer afford to base our decisions on empty lies and promises. The popular and manifest pressure of its installment is a powerful tool to promote significant changes and prioritize population interests.

Overcoming populism and searching for practical solutions require a responsible, evidence-based political stance committed to the population's well-being. Awareness, society's participation, and the choice of representatives committed to solving the problems are essential steps in this direction.

We must charge transparency, ethics, and commitment to the common good. We cannot accept crumbs. We must be tireless in our search for worthy representatives and committed to the people's interests. We deserve much more than disqualified professionals to care for those we love. Undeniably, everyone deserves the high-level health care qualified and committed doctors to provide. Health is a fundamental right of every citizen, established in the 1988 constitution, and we cannot be content with less than that.

Therefore, I invite you to watch and share the video that highlights the importance of having health professionals skilled and dedicated to taking care of the health of each individual and their families.