In rural B.C., patients often face overwhelming challenges just to access essential healthcare. Many endure long travel times, and some … Continue reading “Fair Care Everywhere”
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Why we need team-based care
Nearly a quarter of Canadians don’t have a family doctor and close to 40 percent of family doctors are expected … Continue reading “Why we need team-based care”
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In British Columbia, requiring employees to obtain sick notes for brief absences not only burdens the healthcare system but also … Continue reading “Eliminating sick notes: A necessary step for B.C.’s healthcare system”
A recent CBC News article takes a deep dive into Canada’s doctor shortage and what can be done about it. … Continue reading “Fixing Canada’s doctor shortage: What needs to change”
Dr. Tobias Gelber comes from a long line of physicians—three of my four grandparents were physicians, and my extended family … Continue reading “It takes a village: Why we need team-based care”
Dr. Corina Ciolacu I knew from a very young age that I wanted to be a physician, but my journey … Continue reading “Breaking barriers: My journey as a family doctor in Canada—and the medical system’s failures “
Two years of progress: More doctors, better care Two years ago, nearly one million British Columbians were without a family … Continue reading “Our new report highlights success of LFP Payment Model”
Dr. Celestine Esume In the different countries where I have practiced, family physicians do a lot to help their patients. … Continue reading “Fixing the referral system: Cutting delays and restoring trust in our health system”
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Our Apology
BC Family Doctors is unwavering in our commitment to inclusivity, equity and evidence-based healthcare. We sincerely regret any harm or … Continue reading “Our Apology”
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As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Canadian Women Physicians’ Day, we also recognize the gender disparities that still exist … Continue reading “Gender disparity in medicine: A call for equity”
Dr. Ali Dozzi As a new-to-practice doctor and locum, I’m in the thick of urgent care—where, honestly, at least 50 … Continue reading “Urgent care can’t replace primary care: my journey as a new‐to‐practice doctor”
As the province prepares to release the 2025 budget, family doctors across British Columbia are looking for one thing: a … Continue reading “What family doctors need from the 2025 provincial budget”
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