Discussions

Thoughts on the Triple Aim
We think we are doing a great job, but quite honestly, we should be investing in the root causes of ill-health and focusing on population as well as individual health.
Women and migraine: The pharmacist’s role
Because pharmacists are so accessible, their involvement can have a measurable effect on migraine management.

Why is Ford standing up for the anti-science crowd and not our patients?

This week, the premier of Ontario decided not to mandate vaccinations for healthcare workers.
Running the show from across the country

Nothing quite says 'We missed you, Mommy' like, 'That’s not the way Daddy does it!'
'Wait for Me' music video features perspectives from Alberta ER physicians on the front lines of the pandemic

Musician Dr. Grant Kennedy and photographer Dr. Heather Patterson, who are also both emergency room physicians, share some of what they've experienced.
Fresh insights into Ontario psychiatrists' views on MAiD
Stop blaming FPs for the woes in primary care

800,000 Quebecers can’t find a family doctor. Quebec’s premier is unfairly saying some doctors aren’t working enough but the truth is the shortfall is primarily due to FP retirements.
OPINION: The new NACI guidance on third doses is both excellent and lacking

Dr. Fernando digs into what the science behind the NACI guidance actually says and highlights those its new recommendations leave out.
Jean-Yves Duclos should push for full medical portability for his Quebec constituents

As a lasting legacy to his fellow Quebecers, the new federal health minister should strongly encourage the Ministry of Health to sign the agreement to allow patients to receive care outside of the province.
Steps we can take to improve access to family medicine

With Canada spending $186.5 billion a year on health, why are there barriers to timely care? Canada has the second-lowest number of doctors per capita of the 11 high-income OECD countries.