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Dr. Karen Forgie Rural medicine is one of the most challenging yet most rewarding areas of practice. It brings health … Continue reading

It’s not just long hours or the rising costs of running a practice that are driving family doctors away—it’s the … Continue reading

A new report from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) highlights a growing issue: more patients are visiting hospital … Continue reading

BC’s Seniors Advocate says the province in not meeting the basic needs of BC seniors. The 2024 Monitoring Seniors Services … Continue reading

Dear Members, I hope you find time to rest, reflect, and celebrate the incredible work you do, with gratitude from … Continue reading

In rural B.C., patients often face overwhelming challenges just to access essential healthcare. Many endure long travel times, and some … Continue reading

Workplace violence in health care is a growing problem. Recent reports about rising assaults on nurses and other health care … Continue reading

Sick notes place an unnecessary administrative burden on family doctors, taking valuable time away from direct patient care in an … Continue reading

On December 6, we mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day honours the … Continue reading

Family doctors are the backbone of health care. That’s who we turn to for help managing chronic conditions, preventing illness … Continue reading

An article in The Walrus recently shed light on why so many Canadians struggle to find a family doctor. Burnout, … Continue reading

With the announcement of B.C.’s new cabinet last week, BC Family Doctors wasted no time ensuring family medicine remains a … Continue reading

A recent analysis from McMaster University confirms what we’ve known for years: when patients don’t have access to a family … Continue reading