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To all those struggling.

…a bit while we get this Covid thing under control.” “Hello family medicine land. Have you heard from my specialist yet, my cancer has not taken the advice to stop growing. I think it needs to come out.” Breaking while smiling. Breaking while reassuring. Just one more phone call to remind them their results haven’t been left behind. We have just not yet heard about when someone can see them. “Hello family medicine land can you send my mom home in o…


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There Is A Choice

…Family Doctor Day, and if I have my way, every damn day going forward, no one is getting left on the field. That is no longer an option. The status quo is a choice – no longer should we choose it….


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Dr Maryam Zeineddin Receives 2023 Recognition Award

…t the Longitudinal Family Practice Payment Model. Her ability to challenge status quo and ignite change are truly inspirational. Dr Zeineddin has provided full-service family practice for the last 18 years. She is Medical Director and co-owner of a group family practice clinic caring for a cohort of 10,000 patients in a suburban community on the Northshore. Congratulations to Dr. Maryam Zeineddin! Dr Maryam Zeineddin and Dr Tahmeena Ali Dr Renee F…


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President’s Message: Get Involved!

…. Get involved. Meet your board and find out who your district delegate is representing you. Contact me at president@bcfamilydocs.ca or the organization hello@bcfamilydocs.ca. Let’s push for change. The status quo is no longer serving us. We want you to be able to thrive in your profession and take care of your families and yourself.   Maryam Zeineddin President, BC Family Doctors…


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It takes a village: Why we need team-based care

…m that works for both doctors and patients—one that is resilient, forward-thinking and built on collaboration. We don’t have to accept the status quo. We can do better. And together, we will….


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More than medicine: the heart of rural family practice

…my brother and I went along for the ride. I remember watching a helicopter land as he loaded a patient inside, thinking, Wow, helicopters come because my dad says so. Even then, I knew what he did mattered. I’ve always loved small-town life. I like farming, fishing, berry picking—everything I do happens in rural spaces. It made sense to build a career in a place where I feel at home. Plus, rural medicine is exciting. Our scope is broad. We do so m…


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Billing in the Time of COVID-19

…s not have their own phone, the physician may review the patient’s medical status and any problems by telephone with an RN/LPN at the LTC facility, and bill the visit using 00114 and include the claim note record “Service provided via Telehealth with RN/LPN.” 14. WorkSafeBC and ICBC – effective March 20, 2020 WorksafeBC and ICBC will permit Telehealth services (video and telephone) for anything that does not require a physical exam/assessment. Fro…


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We are human beings

…ry care provider’s personal circumstances, including their personal health status and responsibilities outside the workplace (e.g., childcare, pet caregiving, etc.), are not relevant factors in discharging a duty of care. Such personal circumstances should be addressed through accessing labour and employments benefits and/or any related labour and employment agreements…” When I looked more closely, I knew it must be a mistake. Family physicians ar…


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