Medical Practice News

The mayor of a B.C. town of some 22,000 residents says his phone has been ringing off the hook with questions from other towns in the province curious to learn more about the municipal-run clinic and how it has attracted three new doctors to the area.

According to the college’s findings, some of the boundary violations included engaging in casual conversations, ‘excessive disclosure’ of personal information and exchanging gifts, among others.

In an editorial published in the CMAJ on Monday, editor-in-chief Kirsten Patrick said it’s important for medical journals to stand up for science and condemn the erosion of public health surveillance and data collection south of the border.

A new affidavit filed Wednesday by Alberta Health Services says the agency is looking to amend its statement of defence in light of the emails, which the agency says it only became aware of last week.

Several Canadian experts and ministers met at the CMA Health Summit to discuss the challenges and opportunities that U.S. health policies represent for Canada.

Primary care and family medicine are intended to be the foundation of Ontario’s healthcare system. It should serve as the first point of contact for patients, offering continuity and comprehensive care.

The province announced Monday that as of now, IMGs originally from Alberta no longer need to complete a clinical assessment period in the province before beginning residency.

The province announced that as of March 24, 789 family physicians have signed up for the new model, clearing the minimum threshold of 500.