In rural and remote communities, access to primary care can mean the difference between life and death. For one critically … Continue reading “A race against time: How virtual supports helped save a life in rural B.C.”
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report on the role of compassion in primary care. Compassion in Primary … Continue reading “Leading with heart: Why primary care depends on compassion”
B.C.’s Longitudinal Family Physician Payment Model (LFP) and Alberta’s Physician Comprehensive Care Model (PCCM) were designed to better support family … Continue reading “Improving new payment models for rural family doctors”
The Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC) is calling for urgent action to address the growing healthcare crisis in … Continue reading “Canada needs a plan to tackle our rural healthcare crisis”
We’re developing a strategic plan and we want to hear from you! Join one of three 1.5 hour focus groups … Continue reading “Your voice, our future: Join a focus group today!”
President-Elect Dr. Darren Joneson recently joined the Your Health Care Matters podcast for a thoughtful discussion on the challenges facing … Continue reading “Dr. Darren Joneson on mental well-being & healthcare reform”
BC Family Doctors is proud to support the second phase of OurCare, a national initiative engaging patients across Canada to … Continue reading “Amplifying patient voices in primary care”
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We need you on FPSC!
Become a BC Family Doctors Representative to the FPSC.
Check out our current Board & Economics Committee positions Do you want a say in the future of family medicine? Consider … Continue reading “Make an impact: join our board and committees!”
Together, we can transform primary care.
Dear Members, I hope you find time to rest, reflect, and celebrate the incredible work you do, with gratitude from … Continue reading “2024 Wrapped: gratitude, growth and looking ahead”
On December 6, we mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day honours the … Continue reading “Gender-based violence and the role of family doctors”
Doctors of BC invites all Clinical Faculty members to participate in a survey that will guide important discussions with the UBC Faculty of Medicine.
On Monday, we marked Remembrance Day—a time to honour veterans for their service and sacrifice. But many veterans face a … Continue reading “Primary care access: our veterans deserve better”
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Rural Voices Gathering
We understand the unique challenges rural family doctors face—from limited resources to high patient loads and professional isolation. Rural family … Continue reading “Rural Voices Gathering”