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Instead, the task force says clinicians should make asking about a patient’s mental health and well-being a part of their usual care and use their own clinical judgement to detect signs of depression and decide of further steps.

Imagine a healthcare system where physicians no longer carry the burden alone. Where you can finish your day knowing every patient was seen on time, your workload was manageable, and you still had energy left for your family. That scenario isn't a fantasy, it's already here, thanks to physician assistants (PAs).

The new ‘Continuity of Care’ measure included in the new agreement between the Ontario government and its doctors has good intentions but comes with severe penalties and without necessary checks and balances.

The OMA held a press conference to highlight billing issues with OHIP that are bogging physicians down—and making them less likely to do certain types of work where the billing issues are more common.

A look at the education, training and standards of the allied health professionals you may be working alongside.

Dr. Jeffrey Arthur Middaugh had said the prescription was intended to motivate gym patrons to exercise, but the college was concerned it could have allowed them to circumvent the COVID-19 restrictions at the time.

Under the new rules, IMGs will not be eligible to apply for residency in Ontario in the first round unless they attended at least two years of high school in the province.

Doctors of BC have produced a recorded webinar with tips for physicians and clinic owners on incorporation and succession planning.