Medical Practice News

Six considerations physicians should remember when creating a will
Who's going to deal with patient records? Who is going to settle med school debt? And why should you work with a lawyer who specializes in wills, rather than a generalist? We asked financial experts these questions and more on how physicians should plan for their estates
Will increasing hybrid care change staffing?
Many patient visits have returned to in-person following the dramatic upsurge of virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic, but phone and video visits remain a common part of routine care.

Physician of the future

A particular patient reminds a clinician that the core of being a doctor will always be that human connection.
Seattle plastic surgery provider accused of posting fake positive reviews must pay US$5M

The complaint brought against the doctor accused him of violating state and federal consumer protection laws by posting the false reviews and forcing patients to sign nondisclosure agreements barring them from posting or saying anything negative about the clinic.
Nova Scotia patients can access a suite of health records through phone application

Health Minister Michelle Thompson says the new service is the result of a successful $2-million pilot project earlier this year involving 15 family doctors and seven nurse practitioners at six clinics.
The great AI scribe rollout

Some doctors euphoric about new tech that produces SOAP notes automatically at end of patient encounter. But there is a lot to unpack about this fresh technology and how to find the best tools for your practice.
B.C.’s Longitudinal Family Physician payment model expands to include facility-based care

Inclusion of inpatient, long-term, palliative and pregnancy and newborn care in facilities aims to build on success of model launched in February 2023.
Manitoba doctor who sexually assaulted patients could face lengthy prison term

Some victims, whose names are protected under a publication ban, told the sentencing hearing the assaults left them with long-term anxiety and fear.
What can doctors do to handle conflict with patients?

Conflict with patients can have serious consequences for the health of doctors and the safety of care. How can you minimize these situations and avoid escalation?
‘Cannot be reconciled with the public’s expectations of an ethical physician’: Calgary physician’s license stripped over sexual assault conviction

Lethbridge anesthesiologist Dr. Barry Wollach’s practice permit was cancelled after he attempted to appeal his criminal conviction but was denied.