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…year. He says the payment change has eased some of the pressure on family health care, but it will be years before the family doctors situation is stabilized. “This basically staunched the bleeding that had happened over two decades, really. And it’s stopped that,” notes Del Begio. “But to turn the corner and to really build this up, it is going to take time, but I think we’re certainly moving in the right direction.” Originally broadcast on CFJC…

…ding longitudinal care because of heavy administrative burdens and better compensated opportunities in other areas of care. Patient needs have changed as well. There are increasing healthcare needs from an aging population as well as a rising need for mental health care in younger people. Read the full article here….

…PEI announced a new agreement with physicians, designed to improve primary healthcare recruitment and retention. Key highlights of the new agreement include: Recognizing family medicine as a specialty; Improving compensation for family physicians in PEI; Creating a new incentive for family physicians who care for a patient panel above their expected amount; Increasing compensation across the board for all specialists; and Reducing red tape and adm…

…yourself against the flu. Family doctors play a critical role during respiratory illness season, helping patients navigate flu season with comprehensive health advice, immunizations, and preventive healthcare. Dr. Zeineddin shared the best ways to stay healthy this flu season, including getting a flu shot and caring for yourself. Watch Dr. Zeineddin’s interview here!…