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Ontario College of Family Physicians - OCFP
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The OCFP represents 18,000+ family physicians across Ontario. We provide evidence-based education/CPD, while advocating for the vital role of family physicians.
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This month, two family physicians. Dr. Meera Chopra and Dr. Joseph Yuh, are being recognized by their patients for the proactive, preventative care they provide to keep their patients healthy and avoid serious illness.

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October 1, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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In honour of Truth and Reconciliation Day, the OCFP is highlighting the leadership of Dr. Chase McMurren, a Michif (Métis) family physician making an impact through advocacy, and medical education curriculum design. Read more:
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September 30, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Ahead of back to school, we are highlighting the impact family physicians have on the next generation of family docs.

Two patients share how the care they’ve received & empathy they’ve experienced by their family physician has inspired them to pursue medical school.
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August 22, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Patients continue to share how their family docs support them through all of life’s stages. To celebrate these patient-physician relationships, we are highlighting 5 family docs who have been recognized by their patients for the outstanding care they have provided over decades. bit.ly/4mf2Tue
July 28, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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🗓️Join us for upcoming community of practice on social prescribing!
✅Earn credits
✅Connect with colleagues
✅Gain strategies that can be immediately applied in practice
View our calendar & register: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/events/
July 25, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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Sign up for our Professional Development mailing list and be the first to know about Mainpro+® certified events each month.

Stay current with:
➡️Practical tools
➡️Timely topics that matter to your practice
➡️Opportunities to earn credits

Sign up:https://ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/cop-mailing-list/
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July 10, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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🗓️Register now for our July events! Learn new strategies for nicotine cessation & fracture prevention in long-term care settings.
✅Earn credits
✅Connect with colleagues
✅Gain strategies that can be immediately applied in practice
View our calendar & register: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/events/
July Event Calendar. Text reads, "July 23. Best practices for nicotine cessation. 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. est. July 25. Clinical application of the long-term fracture prevention recommendations for frail older adults. 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. est."
June 24, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Ontario's family physicians are leading the way for a stronger health-care system. Read about Dr. Lorraine Sharp, a family physician in Sault. Ste. Marie who is improving access to geriatric rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care in her Northern Ontario community. bit.ly/3I3Z9Nm
June 20, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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This #PrideMonth, we celebrate the importance of inclusive health-care. Family doctors play a vital role in helping 2SLGBTQ+ youth feel safe, supported and comfortable with who they are. This compassion promotes not only health—but belonging. 🌈#LifeWithADoctor
June 16, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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Throughout June, we are celebrating family doctors who champion inclusive healthcare which not only fosters a patient's well being, but a sense of belonging for them to thrive. Happy #PrideMonth 🌈 #LifeWithADoctor
June 9, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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OCFP is encouraged by Ontario's next step to increase the number of qualified family physicians who are eligible to practice in Ontario. See a quote from OCFP President-Elect, Dr. Eric Wong, below and the Ontario Ministry of Health's news release here: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1...
A quote from Ontario College of Family Physicians' President-Elect, Dr. Eric Wong, which reads "Ontario’s plan to connect everyone with a family doctor is ambitious and essential—and growing the family medicine workforce is key to making it a reality. Reducing barriers for qualified physicians to practise in Ontario is a positive and timely step that can help improve access to care. As we work to attract new family physicians, we also need to continue moving forward with support for family physicians already providing high-quality care across the province. Together, these efforts will help strengthen the foundation of our health system for the long term."
June 5, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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This #PrideMonth, while we acknowledge the barriers many in 2SLGBTQ+ communities still face when seeking inclusive healthcare, we also want to share powerful patient stories highlighting how supportive and compassionate care from a family doctor can be life-changing.
June 2, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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🗓️Register now for our June events and stay up to date on topics that are important to your practice.
✅Earn Mainpro+ credits
✅Connect with colleagues
✅Gain strategies that can be immediately applied in practice
View our event calendar & register: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/events/
May 26, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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Happy #WorldFamilyDoctorDay🎉 Listen to OCFP President Dr. Jobin Varughese as he shares a message highlighting the extraordinary dedication and unwavering commitment of family physicians. See our World Family Doctor Day page and read our stories: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/world-family...

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May 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Driven by the thought that family docs are uniquely positioned to advocate for their patients & make an impact in rural communities through their care, Dr. Jason Malinowski is actively shaping future leaders through his mentorship of family docs and residents. #WorldFamilyDoctorDay #WFDD2025
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May 18, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Facing signs of burnout from admin overwhelm, Dr. Stephanie Zhou educated herself in financial literacy & practice management. She launched a YouTube channel to share this knowledge & has been an advocate for this content: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/world-family...

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May 17, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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Inspired by her upbringing in Northern Ontario, Dr. Nusha Ramsoondar is already stepping into a leadership role as a resident to strengthen healthcare. Witnessing the gaps in her community firsthand, she’s committed to providing care in various settings to help serve her community: bit.ly/3F97AGc
May 16, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Ontario College of Family Physicians President, Dr. Jobin Varughese responds to today's provincial budget. See OCFP's full statement here: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/news/ontario...
May 15, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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As we approach #WorldFamilyDoctorDay on May 19, OCFP CEO Deepy Sur proudly recognizes the vital leadership of our members in healthcare and celebrates the many ways they serve Ontario's communities. Thank you to Ontario's family physicians for everything you do, every day.
May 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Navigating complex medical challenges requires strong clinical leadership. Dr. Heather Laakso’s experience caring for a patient through a cancer diagnosis to treatment and specialist consultations demonstrates the guidance family doctors provide:
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May 14, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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Dr. Marc Austin has been a force for change in Sarnia & the surrounding area. From championing care for those experiencing substance use issues to providing care for inmates and those injured on the job, his dedication truly makes a difference: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/world-family...
May 13, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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Leading up to #WorldFamilyDoctorDay on May 19, we’re highlighting the vital role of family doctors in healthcare leadership. Dr. Danielle Brown-Shreves exemplifies this by helping patients navigate the complex healthcare system and connect the dots to care: ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/world-family...
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May 12, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Today, on #NationalPhysiciansDay, we recognize Ontario's family physicians for all that they do. From your unwavering dedication to patient care and your communities, to your vital advocacy and leadership in improving our health system. Thank you.

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May 1, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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During National Immunization Week, we're recognizing family physicians across Ontario who ensure that their patients - especially those youngest and most vulnerable - are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases.
#LifeWthADoctor #NIAW2025
April 23, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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On #EarthDay2025 🌍we are sharing two resources for family physicians:
➡️Watch our recent Community of Practice and learn how to recognize climate anxiety in patients & discover effective strategies to address it in clinical settings:
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April 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM