Dr. Gary Bloch on social prescribing

Dr. Rashaad Bhyat on Interoperability and Building Smarter Digital Systems in Healthcare

Across Canada, family medicine continues to navigate digital transformation. Dr. Rashaad Bhyat—family physician and nationally recognized digital health leader and expert—shares how smarter, better-connected systems can reduce administrative burden and strengthen continuity of care. Listen as he explores the promise of interoperability, the practical potential of AI-powered tools, and the policy changes needed to help family doctors deliver safer, more proactive care. Learn more about the resources mentioned: * Pan-Canadian Patient Summary: https://infoscribe.infoway-inforoute.ca/spaces/PCI/pages/149160290/pan-Canadian+Patient+Summary+PS-CA [https://infoscribe.infoway-inforoute.ca/spaces/PCI/pages/149160290/pan-Canadian+Patient+Summary+PS-CA] * International Patient Summary:  https://international-patient-summary.net/ [https://international-patient-summary.net/] * Toronto Metropolitan University School of Medicine: https://www.torontomu.ca/about/decade-of-transformation/medical-school/ [https://www.torontomu.ca/about/decade-of-transformation/medical-school/] * 2025 Canadian Medical Student Digital Health Survey results: https://insights.infoway-inforoute.ca/2025-canadian-medical-student-digital-health-survey [https://insights.infoway-inforoute.ca/2025-canadian-medical-student-digital-health-survey] This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning [https://www.cfpc.ca/en/education-professional-development/cpd-at-cfpc/linking-learning-exercises] exercise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dr. Élise Boulanger on Co-Designing Technology to Better Support Family Medicine

As the family medicine landscape evolves with new technology, Dr. Élise Boulanger—Quebec family physician and digital health advocate—shares how co-designed technology can better support family doctors, patients, and primary care teams. Listen as she explores the Care for Tech initiative, the risks of digital burden, and the role of family doctors in shaping tools that strengthen, rather than disrupt, care. Learn more about Care for Tech: https://www.soignonslatech.ca/a-propos [https://www.soignonslatech.ca/a-propos] This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning [https://www.cfpc.ca/en/education-professional-development/cpd-at-cfpc/linking-learning-exercises] exercise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dr. Jamaica Cass on trust, healing, and equity in Indigenous health

Across Canada, family medicine is evolving to meet complex challenges. Dr. Jamaica Cass—Mohawk family physician and health leader—shares how Indigenous‑led, relationship‑based care is making a difference for Indigenous health across Canada. Listen as she explores culturally safe, team‑based primary care and the role of family medicine in supporting Indigenous self‑determination, trust, and healing. Access the resources mentioned in this episode: *  Indigenous Health Supplement: https://www.cfpc.ca/CFPC/media/PDF/CanMEDS-IndigenousHS-ENG-web.pdf [https://www.cfpc.ca/CFPC/media/PDF/CanMEDS-IndigenousHS-ENG-web.pdf] *  Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Call to Justice Final Report: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1717103903695/1757441810573 [https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1717103903695/1757441810573] * In Plain Sight Report: https://engage.gov.bc.ca/app/uploads/sites/613/2020/11/In-Plain-Sight-Summary-Report.pdf [https://engage.gov.bc.ca/app/uploads/sites/613/2020/11/In-Plain-Sight-Summary-Report.pdf] * Indigenous Health Curriculum Renewal Workbook: email academicfm@cfpc.ca [academicfm@cfpc.ca] to request access to the pre-released version This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning [https://www.cfpc.ca/en/education-professional-development/cpd-at-cfpc/linking-learning-exercises] exercise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dr. Johnny Chang on turning a rural physician crisis into a recruitment success

As family medicine in Canada faces unprecedented strain, Dr. Johnny Chang—rural family physician and medical leader—shares how Creston, British Columbia, transformed chronic physician shortages into a recruitment success. Listen as he explores flexibility, physician-led leadership, community partnership, and the importance of listening to doctors as keys to building sustainable, high-quality care in rural communities. This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning [https://www.cfpc.ca/en/education-professional-development/cpd-at-cfpc/linking-learning-exercises] exercise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dr. Seyi Akinola on the importance of international medical graduates

As the Canadian population grows and patient care becomes more complex, Dr. Seyi Akinola—family physician, educator, and advocate—discusses the pivotal role international medical graduates play in strengthening comprehensive primary care. Listen in as she explores the balance between maintaining high standards and improving integration, the power of allyship and community, and her hopes for the future of family medicine. Learn more about Dr. Akinola’s IMG Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPd8hRNZ3gRpF3C_mE673IQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPd8hRNZ3gRpF3C_mE673IQ] This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning [https://www.cfpc.ca/en/education-professional-development/cpd-at-cfpc/linking-learning-exercises] exercise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.