Welcome to Ontario College of Family Physicians
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President's Message
COVID-19 treatment and vaccine, mpox, Lyme disease and more
Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 12:00 pm EDT
Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults.
Infectious Disease: Circulating Seasonal Illnesses & Important Vaccine Updates
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Fri, Jul 26, 2024 8:00 am EDT
Please join us for the 79th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday July 26, 2024.
Preventing burnout: Boundary setting strategies for family doctors
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 8:00 am EDT
Family physicians are often seen as the safety net for the entire health care system.
An introduction to supporting patients through the opioid crisis
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Wed, Aug 28, 2024 8:00 am EDT
The Public Health Agency of Canada released data at the beginning of 2024 that showed the number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths in 2023 increased across the country.
CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop
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Sat, Sep 14, 2024 8:30 am EDT
The CFPC Certification Exam Orientation workshop provides an introduction to the CFPC certification exam components.
Best practices for treating and diagnosing ADHD in primary care
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Wed, Sep 18, 2024 8:00 am EDT
Currently, there are long waitlists for free psychiatric assessments for adults with suspected ADHD, leaving patients unable to receive the necessary treatments.
Integrating AI and technology into family medicine
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Wed, Oct 23, 2024 8:00 am EDT
AI and technology are changing the ways family doctors practice family medicine.
Measles – Resource for Patients
A one-page guide with tips for patients to protect themselves against measles.
Measles
A resource with information on the prevention and management of suspected measles cases in your practice.
Letter template with checklist
A letter template that can be filled out to communicate the appropriate scope of work to specialists.
Writing Sick Notes
A helpful resource that can be included in EMRs and clinic workflows to help educate employers on changing their sick note policies.
Continuity of Care: Practice Resources
A quick guide that summarizes key updates from the CPSO's 'Advice to the Profession: Continuity of Care' document.
OBSP Expansion FAQ
Questions and answers related to the changes associated with the fall 2024 expansion of the Ontario Breast Screening Program.
Arexvy
A resource sharing updated information about the Arexvy RSV Vaccine.
IPAC Summary
A resource containing information on office flow, masking, PPE and more.
July 11, 2024
New Data Shows There Are Now 2.5 Million Ontarians Without a Family Doctor
The Ontario College of Family Physicians is calling for urgent supports to ensure family doctors can provide Ontarians with the care they need The list of Ontarians without a family doctor continues to grow.
May 24, 2024
Using AI to support family doctors and their patients
Whether to decrease the average of 19 hours per week that family physicians spend on administrative tasks, including documenting patient visits and writing referrals, or using technology to enhance the patient experience, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an important part of family medicine.
May 15, 2024
Ontario College of Family Physicians Calls on Government to Recognize World Family Doctor Day by Taking Action to Support Family Doctors
Compensation For Family Doctors Must Reflect the Complex Care They Provide For World Family Doctor Day on May 19, the Ontario College of Family Physicians is sharing new data that reinforces the foundational role of family doctors in our healthcare system, showing that family doctors see more patients in a 24-hour period than any other healthcare service.
May 8, 2024
OCFP Statement
Family doctors are the foundation of Ontario’s health system, and, for years the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) has been sounding the alarm that family medicine is in crisis.
April 24, 2024
OCFP Statement: Administrative Burden
Family doctors are the foundation of Ontario’s health care system, and Ontario needs family physicians spending time with patients, not on paperwork.
March 21, 2024
Ontario College of Family Physicians names Deepy Sur as new CEO
The Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Deepy Sur as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer effective May 21, 2024.
March 19, 2024
CaRMS Match Message 2024
Dear Aspiring Family Physician, I would like to recognize those who have just matched to family medicine, and those of you currently in your family medicine residencies.
March 5, 2024
Without urgent action, nearly 1 million in Toronto could be without a family doctor by 2026
Ontario College of Family Physicians calling for urgent supports for family doctors and patients Having a family doctor in Ontario shouldn’t be a luxury – it is a necessity.
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