TED: How to get (a new) hip | Allison Hunt

The speaker shares their experience of undergoing hip replacement surgery in Canada, highlighting the long wait times due to the healthcare system. They describe their epiphany to volunteer at the hospital to move up the surgery queue. Through volunteering, they secured an earlier surgery date and reflected on the societal benefits of their actions, even when bending the rules.

What does the speaker imply about Canadian values in relation to healthcare and waiting in line?

What role did volunteering play in the speaker's experience at the hospital?