Family Medicine Matters

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.

Dr. Emmett Harrison on mobilizing the Patient's Medical Home

Dr. Sarah Cook sits down with Dr. Emmett Harrison to explore how he’s integrated the Patient’s Medical Home vision into his clinic—from next-level team huddles to allied health professional integration. He shares how this approach improves patient access, streamlines care and reduces administrative burden. Additional Resources: * Explore the Patient's Medical Home Discovery Café Express [https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca/intranet/departments-programs/integrated-health/primary-health-care/primary-care/patients-medical-home/patients-medical-home-resources], which includes a curated selection of brief resources * To request access to a full comprehensive version, email pmh@saskhealthauthority.ca with the subject line: SHA External Organization Link 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. Nick Pimlott on his love for family medicine

In this special Valentine’s Day episode, Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with Canadian Family Physician Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott about his love of family medicine. Dr. Pimlott reflects on his career and explores why it remains a profession like no other. 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. Gary Bloch on social prescribing

What if treating patients meant addressing their social needs too? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with Dr. Gary Bloch about social prescribing. It’s an innovative model that brings community and social supports into health care. They discuss how addressing the social determinants of health can improve patient outcomes while also supporting physicians. You can learn more about the work Dr. Gary Bloch is doing by exploring St. Michael's Academic Family Health Team Social Interventions Booklet [https://unityhealth.to/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/SDOH-at-SMHAFHT.pdf]. You can also contact Dr. Bloch at Gary.bloch@utoronto.ca [Gary.bloch@utoronto.ca]. 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.