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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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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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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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President’s message: A bold vision for our future

…re is still much to do and I’m ready to get to work. I have challenged the status quo in our healthcare system for nearly a decade. With my local Division of Family Practice, I learned how we can enact change at a local level. I also had many opportunities at a regional level to advocate for change. Still, I searched for a way to influence changes at a provincial level. BC Family Doctors is a community and organization with a strong political voic…


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