How to encourage more family doctors
…y care with no meaningful change. I have watched family medicine residents I have trained choose careers other than community family medicine in increasing numbers, because really, why would they choose to jump ON the sinking ship? Read the full article here on the Times Colonist Written by Dr. Jennifer Lush News articles do not necessarily represent the views of BC Family Doctors. We share news written by or about family physicians to keep our me…
Will more doctors solve access to primary care?
Canada has more doctors than ever, according to a recent article on The Hub. So why do many Canadians still struggle to find a family doctor? The problem isn’t just about the number of doctors – it’s how they’re distributed and what roles they choose. Many doctors are working fewer hours or avoiding longitudinal care because of heavy administrative burdens and better compensated opportunities in other areas of care. Patient needs have changed as…
Why we need team-based care
…why team-based primary care is a key solution to our health human resource shortage and central to building a thriving and sustainable future for our healthcare system. Canadians want a relationship with a primary care provider who works in a team with other health professionals. That’s one of the key findings of the OurCare initiative, a national public conversation about the future of primary care in Canada. OurCare participants said that an int…
OurCare BC Priorities Panel Report on Primary Care
…cluding physicians and team-based care. Ensure more CHCs in rural, remote, Indigenous, and low-income communities. Assign each resident to a catchment area from where they can select their primary care practitioner or care team similar to how the public school system works. Train and support patients in the technological aspects of accessing primary care, including virtual care. Create an independent, publicly funded education campaign about prima…
Apply for Funding to Hire a Nurse
…clinics Focused primary care clinics that serve priority populations (e.g. Indigenous Peoples, maternity care, elderly/frail, sexual health and/or gender affirming care, complex care, and mental health and substance use) Applications will be assessed quarterly. The first application deadline for the 2024/25 fiscal year is April 1, 2024. For more information about eligibility, applications and deadlines, visit the Nurse in Practice webpage. Questio…
Canada needs a plan to tackle our rural healthcare crisis
…gent action to address the growing healthcare crisis in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. Emergency rooms are closing, rural doctors are stretched too thin, and patients are being forced to travel long distances for basic care. Key issues nationally š¹ 868 rural ER closures in Ontario alone in 2023 š¹ Many rural hospitals forced to offer only virtual physician access š¹ Critical gaps in obstetrical and surgical services Key issues in British…
President’s Update: Perspectives shape perspective
…nities for all of us to work with and learn from physicians and healers in Indigenous communities. Learning, listening and being open to new ideas and traditions is crucial as we strengthen our organization’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. The Board also reviewed our near complete strategic plan, which is a culmination of what you – our members – have told us. Our new plan reflects the priorities you want for your profession and practice,…
Join our Board! Be a District Delegate
…nce, consider submitting your nomination or reach out to us for a conversation. We need a diversity of experience and voices. We’re committed to your leadership development. Send your completed forms to: hello@bcfamilydocs.ca. Submission Deadline: Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 11:59 pm. For More Information Contact our Executive Director and Chief Electoral Officer, Alexa Pitoulis at alexa.pitoulis@bcfamilydocs.ca SAVE THE DATE: Annual General Meetin…
Fee-for-Service: Reminder to submit 14070, 14071, 14072
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Business Cost Premium Expansion
…ment Program (APP). Claims submitted with a date of service before April 1, 2025 will be automatically processed according to the original BCP payment rules. Claims submitted with a date of service on or after April 1, 2025 will be automatically processed according to the expanded BCP rules. For more information about the BCP changes, please review the information on the Doctors of BC website, including eligibility requirements, Facility Numbers,…
Maryam Zeineddin: Change Maker and Woman of the Year!
…y Doctors, its staff, team, and all our members,” Maryam says. A well-deserved shout out to you, Maryam! Read more about Maryam’s Change Maker award and check out all of the 2025 winners. Pictured above: Maryam and her family at the 2025 BCBusiness Women of the Year award ceremony on June 10….
Summary of Changes to Long-term Care Billing in Fee-for-Service
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Opportunistic salpingectomy: What You Need to KnowĀ
…hormone replacement Billing Changes Support Cancer Prevention Effective February 15, 2025, the Ministry of Health implemented new billing policies to encourage this procedure: Opportunistic salpingectomy is no longer considered “incidental” to other abdominal surgeries, enabling it to be billed in addition to the primary procedure. When performing a salpingectomy with another surgical procedure, surgeons can bill the salpingectomy at 50% usi…
Media spotlight on our advocacy toolkit
…TV talking about priority issues for family doctors and patients alike. On CBC and CFAX 1070 radio, we shared our thoughts on the challenges in family medicine and the solutions we’re pushing for. Let’s keep building momentum and continue to speak out for a healthcare system that works for everyone. Download our toolkit and ask your local candidates where they stand on key primary care issues this election. If you’re ready to make your voice heard…
Join us. Talk to us. Get involved.Ā
…e care your patients deserve. I’ve been using the toolkit and speaking out on behalf of all family doctors. Catch me advocating for you on Global TV, CTV and CBC! Join us, talk to us, get involved. Can’t wait to hear from you. Warm regards, Maryam…
How AI could shape family medicine: Insights from Dr. Tahmeena Ali
…aking waves across industries, and healthcare is no exception. In a recent CBC story, Dr. Tahmeena Ali, past president of BC Family Doctors, shares her perspective on AI’s potential to transform medicine. From streamlining administrative tasks to supporting clinical decisions, AI offers opportunities to enhance efficiency in healthcare. It also raises questions about patient safety, privacy, and the evolving role of family doctors. Dr. Ali’s comme…
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