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Saskatchewan College of Family Physicians highlights need for more doctors on Family Doctor Day
As Saskatchewan marked Family Doctor Day on May 19, health professionals and residents alike took the opportunity to reflect on the critical role of family physicians, and the growing pressure they face. “Family Doctor Day is not just about saying thank you. It’s about raising awareness of the physician shortage and advocating for change,” said…
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There’s no substitute for a family doctor
When you’re looking for answers, you can find a lot of resources online or in person that claim to give you the best advice or the latest trendy health hacks. But there’s no substitute for a family doctor. Family doctors with a CCFP designation are medical experts. They are highly trained medical specialists, play a…
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The Foundation of Effective Care in Saskatchewan
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Brownell Wilderness Adventures
Brownell Wilderness Adventures Is pleased to partner with local educational companies to offer two unique courses in Saskatchewan this year. ACLS and Airway Course From 16-19 July 2025 Brownell Wilderness Adventures and Saskatoon Institute for Medical Simulation (https://sksims.ca/index) are offering an ACLS and Advanced Airway Course. This fully accredited course is held at our fly…
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CASTED: Primary Care is the high-yield, clinically relevant, ‘hands-on’ orthopedics course designed specifically for family physicians.
During this 3-day course, you will learn: CASTED: Primary Care combines 2-days of practical, case-based lectures with a separate 3rd day of ‘hands-on’ stations to review orthopedic principles and management in the context of a family doctor’s office. Day 1 is synchronous online (with 60 days’ access to the recordings). Choose from Tues May 27 or Wed…
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Dinner with the Docs
Join us in March for the “The With the Docs” event, March 13th in Saskatoon, March 14th in Regina and Virtually on March 19th Sign Up to reserve your spot!
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Don’t miss out on the Exhibit Hall at FMF 2025!
Wander through the FMF Exhibit Hall from November 5th to 7th and learn about the latest innovations, participate in demonstrations, and talk with representatives about products and services. Register today for FMF 2025 in Vancouver.
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2024 FMF MIGS Networking Event
FMF MIGS Networking Event November 8, 2024, 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (PT) Join MIGS staff and MIGS leaders from among the 22 different member interest groups for a casual networking session. Explore what the groups are working on, how they can contribute to your clinical practice, and the benefits of joining a member interest…
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Disability Tax Credit (DTC) form
Dear Chapter colleagues, I wanted to give you advance notice of a position statement that the CFPC will come out with this Thursday, Jun 20 regarding the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) form. We have been advocating for reducing the administrative burden on family physicians for some time and have identified the DTC form as the…
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Mpox declared a global public health emergency by WHO
The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years, following an outbreak of the virus in parts of Africa. That comes as health officials also warn of a sharp rise in cases in Toronto. On Tuesday, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
