Ontario College of Family Physicians

Collectively, physicians faced and/or continue to face trauma related to caring for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, few family physicians have had the opportunity to collectively discuss this. Join our Practising Well session on November 26, 2025, for a discussion that will include an opportunity to hear from our panelists about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and their coping strategies. We will also discuss the need for further exploration and support for family physicians. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gyrXKvSh 👉 Register: https://lnkd.in/gPqhpaz6 cc: Dr. Joan Chan Dr. Carrie Bernard Dr. Stephanie Y. Zhou, MD, MSc, CCFP

📅 October is ADHD Awareness Month! The OCFP is spotlighting two self-learning modules designed to help you strengthen your approach to diagnosing and treating patients with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). These modules offer practical tools and resources to support patients with ADHD and co-occurring medical conditions. Enhance your clinical practice and earn Mainpro+ credits at your own pace. 1️⃣ Best practices for treating and diagnosing ADHD in primary care: https://lnkd.in/eY-YWAzU 2️⃣ Supporting patients with ADHD and comorbidities: https://lnkd.in/gJHejDsc #ADHD #ADHDAwareness

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This session, from Alliance for Healthier Communities, will be valuable for family physicians planning to submit a proposal to create or expand an interprofessional primary care team. Registration details are below.

This is excellent news! The OCFP has worked closely with our partners to identify opportunities to streamline forms, including by harmonizing those required to initiate disability claims. This change will mean patients can access their benefits faster, and family physicians will spend less time on paperwork.    We are proud to support CLHIA's efforts to ensure that family physicians can spend more time doing what they do best - caring for patients.

Family doctors provide comprehensive care that is tailored to the needs of Ontarians and their families. Family doctors know their patients, family, and their medical history. This month, two family physicians. Dr. Meera Chopra and Dr. Joseph Yuh, are being recognized by their patients for the proactive, preventative care they provide to keep their patients healthy and avoid serious illness. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gqux5Vdp Stephen Blais Ottawa Ontario Health Team – Équipe Santé Ontario d'Ottawa Laura Dudas Michael Thompson

In honour of Truth and Reconciliation Day, the OCFP is proud to highlight the leadership of Dr. Chase McMurren, a Michif (Métis) family physician making an impact through advocacy and medical education. Dr. McMurren has played an important role overseeing Indigenous health content for the University of Toronto’s medical program while supporting Indigenous medical learners and chairing the Indigenous Student Application Program (ISAP). Read more about Dr. McMurren's work and the steps we can take to ensure more relevant and effective solutions are brought forward to support the health of Indigenous people. https://lnkd.in/gT_jAvs8 Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto Wellesley Institute

Register now for our October events and stay up to date on topics that are important to your practice: https://lnkd.in/gfh2ifKB     A complete look at this month's events:    🔹October 9 – Health Equity Community of Practice  This session will focus on equity-oriented primary care attachment.    🔹October 17 - Changing the Way We Work Update This session will provide an update on infectious disease and a fresh perspective on nutritional counselling.   🔹October 21 - Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop  In this workshop, facilitators will present highlights from the 2023 Canadian osteoporosis guidelines and share practical tools for screening, diagnosis and care.    🔹October 22 - Authorizing Cannabis  This session will explore how to authorize cannabis, review current evidence for various conditions and highlight key resources for physicians.    🔹October 31 - Changing the Way We Work (Save the date - registration will open at a later date).    ✅ Earn Mainpro+ credits  ✅Connect with your family physician colleagues  ✅Gain strategies that can be immediately applied in your practice    👉 View our event calendar and register: https://lnkd.in/gfh2ifKB Nassim Vahidi-Williams Chantal Sorhaindo Jobin V. Ontario Osteoporosis Strategy Carrie Bernard Stephanie Y. Zhou, MD, MSc, CCFP

With an acceptance rate of just 1.5%, School of Medicine at Toronto Metropolitan University is attracting students who demonstrate academic excellence. Wonderful to see Gurleen, Samah, and all medical students at TMU focusing on culturally sensitive care that meets the needs of Ontario's diverse population and ensures that patients feel respected and understood. This will benefit their future patients as family physicians are often the first contact for anyone seeking care. https://lnkd.in/gSujsmVP

As we enter respiratory illness season, family physicians will lead the way to ensure that vulnerable Ontarians are protected against the risks that RSV presents for patients and the health system.