Practising Well

Climate change is a major source of anxiety for many. To improve the quality of life for those struggling with climate-related concerns, it's essential to have strategies to address climate anxiety. In this session, our panel will explore how to recognize climate anxiety in patients, particularly young people, and discuss effective strategies to address it in clinical settings. Additionally, we'll discuss self-care techniques for physicians and practical steps to green your practice, reducing your own environmental impact. The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-host: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) Watch this session: Listen to the audio: Self-learning program: This session is part of the Practising Well Self Learning Program. Visit the Self Learning Program page to learn more and to participate. Need more information? Join Peer Connect for more individualized, educational support on th

Indigenous people often face discrimination when accessing the health system, and many have histories of health-related trauma. To address these health disparities that continue disproportionately impact Indigenous peoples, The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action recommended providing cultural competency training for all health care professionals, including skill-based teaching in intercultural competency, conflict resolution, human rights, and anti-racism. In this session, our panelists will share their lived experience in approaching anti-racist care, confronting anti-Indigenous racism, trauma-informed care, incorporating Indigenous ways of knowing, and the joys of caring for Indigenous populations.  The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Download the resources: Session slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) Watch this session: Self-learning program: This session is part of the Practising Well Self Learning Program. Visit the Self Learning Program page to learn more and to participate.

ADHD is often missed due to its shared characteristics with anxiety and depression, or because patients have multiple mental health conditions in addition to ADHD.  In Ontario, waitlists to see a psychiatrist can be extensive, but many family doctors don’t feel comfortable diagnosing ADHD. In this session, our panelists will discuss how undiagnosed ADHD can lead to declining productivity at work or school, diagnostic tools that can help diagnose patients and other resources to support patients with ADHD and co-occurring medical conditions.   The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Download the resources: Session slides (PDF)Resources (PDF)Q&A (PDF) Watch this session: Listen to the audio: Self-Learning Program: This session is part of the Practising Well Self Learning Program. Visit the Self Learning Program page to learn more and to participate.

New family doctors are often hesitant to continue prescribing opioids for patients, including to those who need opioids for pain management. However, opioids can be a helpful treatment for pain and it's important for family doctors to know how to prescribe them effectively. During this session, our panelists will discuss how stopping opioids suddenly can lead to withdrawal, when opioids can be used effectively and guidelines for safe prescribing. The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) Watch this session: Listen to the audio: Self-Learning Program: This session is part of the Practising Well Self Learning. Visit the Self Learning Program page to learn more and to participate.

New nicotine delivery systems, policies and evidence are evolving to include nicotine pouches, 'heat sticks', and vaping products. Family physicians may be unfamiliar with emerging products and evidence and unable to provide guidance to patients. During this session, our panelists will review these products and discuss the best advice for smoking cessation and harm reduction for patients who are not interested in quitting smoking.  The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Facing mental health, substance use or chronic pain challenges in your practice? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support tailored to your needs. Plus, you'll earn Mainpro+ credits while enhancing your skills and knowledge in your area of interest.

Even if a family doctor makes the correct diagnosis and prescribes the most appropriate treatment to address an illness, if a patient is unable to access the treatment due to social or financial circumstances the patient will not improve. Other issues affecting health, such as social isolation or food insecurity are often a large factor contributing to ill health and family physicians are often ill equipped to know how to proceed. During this session, our panelists will discuss the general approach to social prescribing and the types of community-based programs family physicians should consider referring their patients to.  The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Co-moderators: Watch & Listen Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Facing mental health, substance use or chronic pain challenges in your practice? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support tailored to your needs. Plus, you'll earn Mainpro+ credits while enhancing your skills and knowledge in your area of interest.

Administrative burden, including completing complex forms and reviewing EMRs are all contributing to burnout in family medicine. During this session, our panelists will discuss tricks to efficiently review EMRs, setting boundaries with patients, taking vacations and training your office staff to take on some of the burdensome tasks.   The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Co-Moderators: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Need additional support in addressing burnout and maintaining your own wellness? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support in this, or other areas. You can also earn Mainpro+ credits through this program.

Since 2018, patients have been able to access medical cannabis that has been authorized by a physician who signs a medical document. New research supporting the therapeutic use, safety and efficacy on cannabis is only now emerging, which puts family physicians in a difficult position as they may be asked to authorize cannabis when they are not familiar with the process. During this session, our panelists will discuss the mechanics of authorizing cannabis, the evidence behind using cannabis for different medical conditions and resources available for family physicians. The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Need additional support in addressing issues related to substance use? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support in this, or other areas. You can also earn Mainpro+ credits through this program

Collectively, physicians faced and/or continue to face a trauma related to caring for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, few family physicians have had the opportunity to collectively discuss this. During this session, our panelists will discuss their own experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and their coping strategies and the need for further exploration and support for family physicians. The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Need additional support in addressing issues related to substance use? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support in this, or other areas. You can also earn Mainpro+ credits through this program

There is growing interest in the use of psychedelics for the treatment of PTSD, depression and substance use disorders. Patients may ask their provider about these options, but family physicians are unaware of the latest data on safety and efficacy or understand what services are available in Ontario. During this session, our panelist will discuss the current evidence for specific treatments in PTSD, depression and substance use disorders, including the limitations of the evidence and risks of these therapies, and pathways for referrals and treatment. The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Facing mental health, substance use or chronic pain challenges in your practice ? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support in this, or other areas. You can also earn Mainpro+ credits through this program

Many patients may enter pregnancy while managing existing mental health conditions, and others may develop symptoms postpartum. Given this, it’s essential to understand how to screen and support these patients safely. In this session, our panel will walk you through practical ways to identify and treat common perinatal issues like depression, anxiety and ADHD—while keeping both parent and baby in mind.  The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF)Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your own pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Facing mental health, substance use or chronic pain challenges in your practice ? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support in this, or other areas. You can also earn Mainpro+ credits through this program

Insomnia is one of the most common issues family physicians see, but treating it effectively isn’t always straightforward. While patients may initially look to medication for relief, the best evidence supports Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi) as the first-line treatment. This session will take you through how to assess insomnia properly, what CBTi can look like in your practice and which medications are safe when needed. Join us to feel more confident in helping your patients sleep better—safely and effectively.  The Practising Well Community of Practice has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits. This Community of Practice includes a series of planned webinars. Each session is worth 1 Mainpro+Ⓡcredits, for up to a total of 12 credits. Panelists: Moderator: Co-Host: Watch & Listen: Download the resources: Session Slides (PDF) Resources (PDF) This session is part of the Practising Well Self-Learning Program Explore more topics and deepen your knowledge at your on pace—visit the Self-Learning Program page to get started and participate. All sessions are Mainpro+ certified. Facing mental health, substance use or chronic pain challenges in your practice ? Join Peer Connect for individualized, educational support in this, or other areas. You can also earn Mainpro+ credits through this program