Interprofessional

How to ‘team’
For some physicians, being a team player doesn’t come naturally but can be learned.
Editorial: Changing winds, changing minds
We’re used to the inevitable pushback when physicians feel threatened by the growing responsibilities of other health professionals. But when a recent advocacy statement from the Ontario Medical Association hit our desks in late September, we were gobsmacked.

NAPRA updates Entry to Practice document for techs

A look at some of the key updates included for pharmacy technicians.
Is pharmacy ready for love?

Much of the decision-making matrix people unconsciously use in their lives is based on the sum of their life experiences and conditioning. And when we are scared or stressed, it’s either love or fear that motivates us to survive.
OCP clarifies scope of practice for pharmacy students after elimination of student class registration takes effect

As of Oct. 1, the Ontario College of Pharmacists has eliminated the student class registration—but and iterates what tasks pharmacy students still allowed to do.
POLL RESULTS: Do you ‘fire’ patients who are verbally abusive?

We asked physicians and pharmacists this question in September—how do the results compare?
A heartfelt thank you to pharmacy technicians

In honour of the recent Pharmacy Technician Day, I want to take a moment to recognize and express my deepest gratitude to all the pharmacy technicians out there. In the fast-paced world of pharmacy, it’s easy to get caught up in the tasks, deadlines, and the endless flow of patients needing care. But behind every successful pharmacy and every patient served is a dedicated team of technicians who keep everything running smoothly.
The incredible power of counseling psychology

Dr. Davidicus Wong thinks again about the basic principles of neuroscience that every doctor should understand.
POLL: Does the idea of reallocating more of FPs’ time from the healthy to the sick have merit?

See what your colleagues say. Take our weekly doctor poll.
Canadian Paediatric Society says doctors should regularly screen kids for reading difficulties

New guidance issued Wednesday says family doctors, nurses, pediatricians and other medical professionals who care for school-aged kids are in a unique position to help struggling readers access educational and specialty supports.

How to ‘team’

Editorial: Changing winds, changing minds

NAPRA updates Entry to Practice document for techs

Is pharmacy ready for love?

OCP clarifies scope of practice for pharmacy students after elimination of student class registration takes effect

POLL RESULTS: Do you ‘fire’ patients who are verbally abusive?

A heartfelt thank you to pharmacy technicians

The incredible power of counseling psychology

POLL: Does the idea of reallocating more of FPs’ time from the healthy to the sick have merit?

Canadian Paediatric Society says doctors should regularly screen kids for reading difficulties