PICTURE YOURSELF: A passage through India NP-led spinal clinic reduces wait timesA nurse practitioner-led clinic can speed up diagnosis and management of certain spinal conditions, according to a pilot study at Toronto Western Hospital. For nurse practitioners, the future is now Aging population, health care reform spell growing demand. Anatomy of a B.C. family practice division Officials allow Medical Post an up-close look at Canada’s newest primary-care reform model Beware of patients bearing pamphlets Waiting room literature: pleasant diversion or lightning rod for inane questions? FP-provided end-of-life care assessed in ongoing study In Nova Scotia, about one-third of patients get home visit, but only 18% receive info about symptom management Students miss melanomas in simulated tests Medical trainees need more preparation for real-life situations, researchers urge Stay calm and carry on: Alberta Health Service’s message to Alta MDs Alberta Medical Association backs calls for inquiry into allegations of hush-money payouts Nurse Joan Lesmond a 2011 YWCA Woman of Distinction For her inspiring work to ensure women’s issues are at the forefront of health care policy and delivery, Joan Lesmond is the YWCA 2011 Woman of Distinction for Health Leadership. We Care accredited “without condition” in B.C. First Previous 634 635 636 637 638 Next Last