Discussions

My sister: A New Year’s meditation
At this time of year, during the High Holidays, we are encouraged to think about “Tikkun Olam,” the healing of the world.
Communicating with telemedicine is an art and science
Sometimes you need to use your spider-sense to figure out what patients aren’t telling you, says Dr. Hector Baillie.

Alzheimer’s might not be primarily a brain disease. A new theory suggests it’s an autoimmune condition.

In July 2022, Science magazine reported that a key 2006 research paper, published in the prestigious journal Nature, which identified a subtype of brain protein called beta-amyloid as the cause of Alzheimer’s, may have been based on fabricated data.
A birthing perspective

Even when he’s in the periphery, Dr. Gary Kinney explains why experiencing birth is an unparalleled journey.
Building strategic networks

Pharmacists want novel and collaborative opportunities. The reality is, they are largely hustling inside the four walls of their pharmacies.
Does Ontario’s digital health strategy meet our needs?

Dr. Sohail Ghandi hopes the powers that be finally realize that you can't fix family medicine—or the healthcare system—until you fix digital health.
Case report: Does this need stitches?

Dr. Robert Dickson treats a mouth lesion at his clinic and prevents an unnecessary ER visit.
Poll: Is it possible to get an FP for every Canadian soon?

Take our weekly doctor poll—see what your colleagues think.
Are FPs the malady or the remedy?

Dr. Jabir Jassam says family doctors are being blamed for any problems in the health system—all while having to work while colleagues vacation
Memory problems during the pandemic? It’s just your brain trying to distinguish one day from the next

It’s not really clear what exactly causes these memory glitches, but well-established theories from cognitive psychology may be able to explain the phenomenon.