Discussions

When we are not the doctor
In medicine, we’re trained to stay rational and calm—but when illness strikes those we love, even the strongest clinical armor can fall away.
I am a doctor
For Doctors’ Day—May 1—Dr. Alykhan Abdulla shares his latest poem on identity and the everyday reality of the profession.

Editorial: The Regulatory Issue

With high burnout, light touch called for from colleges of physicians and surgeons.
The Doctor’s Lawyer: Agreeing to a plea? What to know

Your CPSO plea deal can be used against you in criminal proceedings.
No physician should be punished for advocating for life-saving services during the toxic drug crisis

As a young doctor-in-training, I feel obligated to speak out against Island Health’s unethical treatment of Dr. Jessica Wilder.
POLL: Which federal party do you think will be best for Canada’s healthcare?

See what your colleagues say!
5 things psychedelic therapy has taught me (that have nothing to do with the trip)

As a family physician and group facilitator, I’ve witnessed growing interest in psychedelic-assisted therapy — both in the clinical community and public discourse. Here are some important and unexpected things I've learned.
Navigating cross-border risks: A Canadian MD's guide to newly released U.S. whistleblower policies

Recent developments in the U.S., particularly new whistleblower policies related to transgender youth care, have raised concern about the possible impact on Canadian healthcare professionals like myself.
Runway 23, revisited

A more recent plane crash at Pearson brought back a flood of memories for Dr. Howard Goldstein, remembering his participation in helping those injured in a crash all way back in 1978.
A golden era for personalized medicine is approaching, but are we ready?

Canadians are not averse to genetic testing. By 2018, a survey by Abacus Data showed around 11% of Canadian adults had used direct-to-consumer genetic testing and analysis kits, and 60% were open to ordering a test.