In this session, we will explore how Family Physicians and Primary Care Providers can better support the health needs of newly arrived refugees in Canada. We will review global and Canadian refugee migration trends to understand the populations you may encounter, discuss appropriate screening tests and clinical considerations for newly arrived refugees and examine the benefits and limitations of the health insurance available to refugees in Canada.

Learn more about this CoP here: https://ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/supports-for-family-doctors/health-equity-cop/

Panelists:

• Dr. Meb Rashid, Medical Director, The Crossroads Clinic, Women’s College Hospital, University of Toronto

Moderator:

• Dr. Doug Gruner, Family Physician, Bruyère Family Health Team, Associate Professor, University of Ottawa’s Department of Family Medicine, Ottawa, ON

Our Partners 

The Ontario College of Family Physicians has partnered with the Department of Family and Community Medicine to deliver this community of practice. 

This Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for Mainpro+Ⓡcredits.

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Self-Learning Program:

This session is part of the Health Equity Self Learning Program. Visit the Self Learning Program page to learn more and to participate.