ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 8/24/2021
OMA fails family practice with virtual care agreement
The OMA approved an agreement to extend virtual fee codes for an additional year. There is much to like but in the current environment however, the extension agreement fails family practice. - 8/24/2021
'Passport to freedom': Quebec says vaccine passports available for download Wednesday
Starting Sept. 1, residents 13 years old and up will be required to show proof of vaccination to access businesses the government deems non-essential, such as gyms, bars and restaurants. - 8/24/2021
Walk-in clinics and care interruption
Dr. Jabir Jassam outlines the challenges he faces when he doesn't know what care walk-in doctors have provided to his patients—and offers a suggested solution. - 8/23/2021
CMA Board Chair: We remain unbowed
I accept the outcome of the votes. However, I will not accept the status quo for our association. - 8/23/2021
Breast cancer: a smart bra to revolutionize screening and monitoring
Two Quebec researchers are working on the design of a smart bra that could facilitate detection and monitoring of breast cancer, while patients are in the comfort of their homes. - 8/23/2021
Manitoba's Southern Health region set to see hospital expansion
The investment of $283 million will see a two-storey hospital replace the current facility, doubling its size. - 8/23/2021
Two pharmacy techs elected to ACP Council
Two pharmacy technicians—Dana Lyons and Laura Miskimins—have been elected to the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) Council. - 8/23/2021
Case report: Ants?
History and examination usually provide clues as to the origin of skin problems—but not in this case, Dr. Robert Dickson finds with another puzzling case.