October 2020 | Pour accéder à la version française de ce bulletin, cliquez ici.
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Message from the Chair
Fall in Family Medicine has always been synonymous with getting together to connect with colleagues, share knowledge and ideas, and catch up with friends. This year will be no exception!
As we begin preparations for the DFM's Strategic Plan, we have scheduled virtual site visits for each unit. Look for a short survey soon to capture your opinions and ideas. Please share your thoughts - Your participation, feedback, and contributions throughout this strategic planning exercise will only strengthen our plan, which will guide us for years to come.
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I hope you will all join me for the DFM Departmental Assembly on Friday, December 4 (all day, details to follow), as we share our visions for this amazing Department and continue to work on our Strategic Plan to move us forward. Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
Lastly, it is such an honour to congratulate Dr. Elizabeth Muggah, who was recently installed as the 63rd President of the Ontario College of Family Physicians, and Dr. Doug Gruner, who joins her on the OCFP Board of Directors. Ontario's family physicians are privileged to benefit from your leadership and passion for our discipline.
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UNDERGRADUATE
The Undergraduate Bootcamp was a success! Thank you to all the physicians and residents who participated.
We are seeking physicians interested in working with fourth-year medical students. Please contact Donna. |
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POSTGRADUATE
Help us organize an amazing virtual CaRMS!
A big thanks to all who assisted with the SOOs.
Well done to Dr. Victoria Gerber (PGY2) who represented family medicine at an Introduction to the Profession seminar.
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FACDEV
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the virtual Faculty Development Half Day on September 25. The afternoon began with engaging discussions in mentorship, followed by excellent presentations from two of our residents, Dr. Bing Wu (PGY2) and Dr. Rosalind Ashton (PGY2).
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How can we improve our communications?
How often do you read DFM emails? Are they too long? Too short? Take our survey and let us know which communications channels work best for you, and how we can improve them. Your feedback is important! If you have questions or suggestions, please contact commsdfm@uottawa.ca. |
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Innovations in MedEd at the DFM
We are excited to share recent progress on DFM-led innovations in medical education. Led by Jeff Puncher, the DFM has created three scrum teams composed of software engineering students, medical students, residents, staff and faculty members. These teams are tasked with developing new learning tools using flexible, web-based modules, simulation, gamification and virtual reality. Stay up to date on our innovation teams' progress on our website.
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Apply now! DFM New Innovator Award
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Learn about SOSCIP for access to advanced computing resources
October 21 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Online – MS Teams | Free
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Chart abstraction is now easy as Pii. Access to clean and standardized EMR data for QI and FMRSP projects
Maddie Venables, PhD
DFM Academic Research Advisor
OPEN Regional Coordinator
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Using big data to improve health care
Dr. Peter Tanuseputro, MHSc, MD, CCFP, FRCPC
Assistant Professor
Division of Palliative Care, Department of Medicine, University of Ottawa
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Exciting new research projects in the communities of East Ottawa and Eastern Ontario
Dr. Bill Hogg, Dr. Sharon Johnston, and Dr. Doug Archibald have developed an automated patient outreach and data collection system called the Canadian Primary care Information Network (CPIN), which allows family physicians to send text or e-mail health messages and practice updates to groups of their patients. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact the research coordinator, Stéphanie Chenail, at stephaniechenail@montfort.on.ca or by phone at 613-746-4621 ext. 6420.
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Getting ahead of the curve: a novel way to find people who are likely to be asymptomatic carriers of COVID-19 before they infect others
By: SOSCIP
The spread of COVID-19 has been slowed by physical distancing, self-isolation, lockdowns, masks, travel restrictions, testing and contact tracing. However, these approaches are ‘behind the virus’ – by at least 5-10 days. We need a way of getting ahead of the virus, before it spreads further. That's why Dr. Lise Bjerre and her team will use statistical modeling and Artificial Intelligence methods to predict which individuals are most likely to be exposed to COVID-19 and are therefore most at risk of onward transmission.
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The inaugural Family Medicine Grand Rounds
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Two DFM COVID-19 mental health projects receive CIHR funding
Congratulations to Dr. Marie-Hélène Chomienne and Dr. Peter Tanuseputro who have received important funding grants from the CIHR for their projects focusing on COVID-19’s impact on mental health.
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Dr. Peter Tanuseputro also recently received a CIHR Project Grant for the project, "Evaluating the palliative and end-of-life care of older Canadians living and dying with dementia". Congratulations!
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STORIES IN FAMILY MEDICINE |
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Dr. Elizabeth Muggah Installed as President of the Ontario College of Family Physicians
By: OCFP
The Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) is pleased to announce Ottawa’s Dr. Elizabeth Muggah as its 63rd President. “We need all family practices in our profession to thrive, so that no patient, no practice is left behind.”
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My journey in Family Medicine, Public Health and Preventative Medicine
By: Dr. Yipeng Ge
"Speak up and out about inequities and injustices, act with social accountability and responsibility, and work towards a world that prevents illness and fosters wellbeing."
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Doctors, pharmacies explore drive-thrus, outdoor clinics to meet flu shot demand
By: CTV News
Ottawa family physician Dr. Aly Abdulla says COVID-19 precautions rule out traditional mass-vaccination tactics, such as renting out the nearby legion. At the same time, getting the shot to as many people as possible is more crucial than ever to avoid a feared "twindemic," in which simultaneous flu and COVID outbreaks overwhelm the health-care system.
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DFM in the News
A reminder to mention your affiliation with the DFM when speaking with the media. It brings us much pride to share your great work!
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Share your stories!
Do you have a story of success or any other experience you’d like to share?
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PEI Family Medicine Sponsorship Program
Do you know a fourth-year medical student who may be interested in practicing family medicine in Prince Edward Island? The province of PEI is offering a financial incentive of $80,000 for a five year return-in-service agreement.
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Mark your calendars
Friday, November 27: Academic Day
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Staffing updates
Our best wishes to Renelle Trépanier, our Montfort Unit Coordinator, as she begins her maternity and parental leave. Welcome to Kim Beaubien who will take on this role for the duration of Renelle's leave. Bienvenue, Kim!
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DFM job board
Visit our website for part-time and full-time positions available for physicians at external and affiliated clinics, as well as locum opportunities in Ottawa and across Canada.
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