Interprofessional

Hydrochlorothiazide remains a viable option for older patients with hypertension, as it is associated with a lower risk of hypokalemia vs. chlorthalidone and is available in more generic single-pill combinations.

Drs. Julie Maggi, Noah Ivers and Sanjeev Sockalingham have each received a $45,000 grant for projects focused on physician wellness.

CAPSI is asking for applications for its National Mentorship Program, which connects pharmacy students with higher-year students and professionals in the field.

This patient-care model, in which each team member practises to their full scope, is at the core of Howe Sound’s ability to adapt to the evolving pharmacy landscape while generating revenue for the pharmacy, says Juozaitis, who has owned the pharmacy since 1988.

Let’s look at the arguments given for adding this third year to FPs’ medical training.

TB tests and readings are straightforward, but as Dr. Robert Dickson notes, they can also yield a variety of results.

Eddie Guo, a second-year student at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine, said one of the challenges beyond the book learning in medical school is becoming better at interacting with patients.

I don't have to conform to the standard role of a pharmacist. I don't have to clock in and out. I don't have to suppress my creative ideas due to restrictive job roles and responsibilities.