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Edmonton physician sanctioned for improperly representing himself as a psychiatrist in court cases more than a decade ago
Between 2007 and 2013, Dr. Alec Oskin had acted as an expert witness in court for several criminal cases, calling himself a ‘psychiatrist’ and ‘forensic psychiatrist’ despite not holding the necessary certifications.
Alysha’s story
Some weekends I covered the IM needs of two communities. I had a bright red sports car, which made it a bit more fun. But that morning wasn’t fun. It was tragic.

Free course helps clinicians build confidence in stopping medications

The Canadian Medication Appropriateness and Deprescribing Network is encouraging pharmacists to enrol in the online training program this summer.
Should pharmacy students be able to give shots? The Manitoba college wants to hear from you

Draft regulation would allow trained students to administer drugs and vaccines under pharmacist supervision.
Upcoming webinar to explore how flu clinics can boost year-round vaccination

Immunize.io Director of Clinical Services Ajit Johal will argue that convenience—not hesitancy—may be the biggest barrier to adult vaccination.
Shoppers, Obesity Canada partner to expand obesity care

New collaboration will focus on improving access to evidence-based care and reducing the stigma of obesity as a chronic disease.
QUIZ: Take a shot at these questions on World Cup medicine

From jet lag and heat acclimation, test your knowledge of the medical challenges facing players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
B.C. nurses expand pickets to Surrey hospital and the nearby surgery centre

Nurses have been refusing non-nursing duties.
A fatal 10-fold hydromorphone overdose prompts ISMP Canada warning on home palliative care

A patient was prescribed 1 mg of hydromorphone at home. Instead, they received four 10 mg injections. By the time the mistake was caught, it was too late.
Diarrhea-causing parasite infecting more than 1,200 in Michigan has not spread to Canada: PHAC

The parasite can contaminate food when the feces of an infected person gets into the water supply used for crops or in food processing or packaging.

Edmonton physician sanctioned for improperly representing himself as a psychiatrist in court cases more than a decade ago

Alysha’s story

Free course helps clinicians build confidence in stopping medications

Should pharmacy students be able to give shots? The Manitoba college wants to hear from you

Upcoming webinar to explore how flu clinics can boost year-round vaccination

Shoppers, Obesity Canada partner to expand obesity care

QUIZ: Take a shot at these questions on World Cup medicine

B.C. nurses expand pickets to Surrey hospital and the nearby surgery centre

A fatal 10-fold hydromorphone overdose prompts ISMP Canada warning on home palliative care

Diarrhea-causing parasite infecting more than 1,200 in Michigan has not spread to Canada: PHAC