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”
An article in The Walrus recently shed light on why so many Canadians struggle to find a family doctor. Burnout, … Continue reading “Your doctor won’t see you—why the LFP Payment Model matters”
Artificial intelligence is making waves across industries, and healthcare is no exception. In a recent CBC story, Dr. Tahmeena Ali, … Continue reading “How AI could shape family medicine: Insights from Dr. Tahmeena Ali”
Family doctors are the backbone of health care. That’s who we turn to for help managing chronic conditions, preventing illness … Continue reading “Making better access to primary care a priority in B.C.”
Doctors of BC invites all Clinical Faculty members to participate in a survey that will guide important discussions with the UBC Faculty of Medicine.
A recent analysis from McMaster University confirms what we’ve known for years: when patients don’t have access to a family … Continue reading “The importance of having a family doctor”
With the announcement of B.C.’s new cabinet last week, BC Family Doctors wasted no time ensuring family medicine remains a … Continue reading “New cabinet, renewed advocacy: Putting primary care front and centre”
Dr. Shelly Eckland Jetzer My journey in family medicine started with a love for people and their stories. I was … Continue reading “Solving the family doctor crisis: my journey back to practice “
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In a recent CBC article, Dr. Ewan Affleck shed light on a growing problem that’s putting Canadians’ health at risk: … Continue reading “Better data, better care: Why we need to improve EMRs”
The 2024/25 general fee increases and the cost of living adjustment (COLA) are now in effect.
Dr. Melissa Duff There have been significant changes to primary care over the 17 years I have practiced family medicine. … Continue reading “How the new payment model could turn the tide on B.C.’s family doctor shortage”
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”
Dr. Jessica Chan I always knew I wanted to help people, but it was a pursuit of meaningful engagement that … Continue reading “Keeping family medicine alive: Encouraging a new generation of family doctors in B.C. “
In his recent article for the Ottawa Citizen, journalist Mohammed Adam raises important questions about Ontario’s approach to solving the … Continue reading “What’s really wrong: Insights from Ontario’s efforts to address the family doctor shortage”