60 acast.com Family Medicine Matters https://shows.acast.com/family-medicine-matters en Copyright © 2025 by The College of Family Physicians of Canada Canada,FamilyMedicine,medical,medicine The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), Dr. Sarah Cook Real Stories, Real Solutions Hosted by Dr. Sarah Cook, President of the College of Family Physicians of Canada, the series Family Medicine Matters shares real stories and practical solutions from the front lines of family medicine. Each episode features insightful conversations with inspiring guests who strengthen care, support our profession, and build a healthier future for everyone in Canada. This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.


The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Hosted by Dr. Sarah Cook, President of the College of Family Physicians of Canada, the series Family Medicine Matters shares real stories and practical solutions from the front lines of family medicine. Each episode features insightful conversations with inspiring guests who strengthen care, support our profession, and build a healthier future for everyone in Canada. This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.


The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> false The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) podcasts@cfpc.ca 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa family-medicine-matters episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa/1761761195165-1c7b258b-de07-4609-8c2a-68afa2d3cb96.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/family-medicine-matters Family Medicine Matters Dr. Seyi Akinola on the importance of international medical graduates Dr. Seyi Akinola on the importance of international medical graduates Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT 41:04 69c452561d78c4aa57dda5a0 false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 69c452561d78c4aa57dda5a0 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa drseyiakinola full 7 As the Canadian population grows and patient care becomes more complex, Dr. Seyi Akinola—family physician, educator, and advocate—discusses the pivotal role international medical graduates play in strengthening comprehensive primary care. Listen in as she explores the balance between maintaining high standards and improving integration, the power of allyship and community, and her hopes for the future of family medicine. Learn more about Dr. Akinola’s IMG Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPd8hRNZ3gRpF3C_mE673IQ

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> As the Canadian population grows and patient care becomes more complex, Dr. Seyi Akinola—family physician, educator, and advocate—discusses the pivotal role international medical graduates play in strengthening comprehensive primary care. Listen in as she explores the balance between maintaining high standards and improving integration, the power of allyship and community, and her hopes for the future of family medicine. Learn more about Dr. Akinola’s IMG Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPd8hRNZ3gRpF3C_mE673IQ

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> <![CDATA[Dr. Emmett Harrison on mobilizing the Patient's Medical Home]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT 32:37 696febc03738e9e7d1979e77 false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 696febc03738e9e7d1979e77 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa dr-emmett full 6 Dr. Sarah Cook sits down with Dr. Emmett Harrison to explore how he’s integrated the Patient’s Medical Home vision into his clinic—from next-level team huddles to allied health professional integration. He shares how this approach improves patient access, streamlines care and reduces administrative burden.


Additional Resources:

  • Explore the Patient's Medical Home Discovery Café Express, which includes a curated selection of brief resources
  • To request access to a full comprehensive version, email pmh@saskhealthauthority.ca with the subject line: SHA External Organization Link

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Sarah Cook sits down with Dr. Emmett Harrison to explore how he’s integrated the Patient’s Medical Home vision into his clinic—from next-level team huddles to allied health professional integration. He shares how this approach improves patient access, streamlines care and reduces administrative burden.


Additional Resources:

  • Explore the Patient's Medical Home Discovery Café Express, which includes a curated selection of brief resources
  • To request access to a full comprehensive version, email pmh@saskhealthauthority.ca with the subject line: SHA External Organization Link

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Nick Pimlott on his love for family medicine Dr. Nick Pimlott on his love for family medicine Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT 26:48 696e94fcc7233db207311d16 false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 696e94fcc7233db207311d16 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa dr-nick-pimlott-on-his-love-for-family-medicine bonus 5 In this special Valentine’s Day episode, Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with Canadian Family Physician Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott about his love of family medicine. Dr. Pimlott reflects on his career and explores why it remains a profession like no other.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> In this special Valentine’s Day episode, Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with Canadian Family Physician Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott about his love of family medicine. Dr. Pimlott reflects on his career and explores why it remains a profession like no other.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Gary Bloch on social prescribing Dr. Gary Bloch on social prescribing Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT 38:30 696a92edf0f57e95a0f971bb false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 696a92edf0f57e95a0f971bb 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa dr-gary-bloch-on-social-prescribing full 4 What if treating patients meant addressing their social needs too? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with Dr. Gary Bloch about social prescribing. It’s an innovative model that brings community and social supports into health care. They discuss how addressing the social determinants of health can improve patient outcomes while also supporting physicians. You can learn more about the work Dr. Gary Bloch is doing by exploring St. Michael's Academic Family Health Team Social Interventions Booklet. You can also contact Dr. Bloch at Gary.bloch@utoronto.ca.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> What if treating patients meant addressing their social needs too? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with Dr. Gary Bloch about social prescribing. It’s an innovative model that brings community and social supports into health care. They discuss how addressing the social determinants of health can improve patient outcomes while also supporting physicians. You can learn more about the work Dr. Gary Bloch is doing by exploring St. Michael's Academic Family Health Team Social Interventions Booklet. You can also contact Dr. Bloch at Gary.bloch@utoronto.ca.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Kerri Treherne on expanding access through intentional team building Dr. Kerri Treherne on expanding access through intentional team building Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:49:10 GMT 31:13 695e6ff599f603d24c9317c3 false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 695e6ff599f603d24c9317c3 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa dr-kerri-trehern-on-expanding-access-through-intentional-tea full 3 Canada’s health care system is under strain, with many patients unable to access a family doctor. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Cook sits down with Dr. Kerri Treherne, a Calgary-based family physician, to reflect on her work within a non-profit community health centre and explore what intentional team-based care means. It’s more than putting people together. When done well, they can improve access to care.    

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Canada’s health care system is under strain, with many patients unable to access a family doctor. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Cook sits down with Dr. Kerri Treherne, a Calgary-based family physician, to reflect on her work within a non-profit community health centre and explore what intentional team-based care means. It’s more than putting people together. When done well, they can improve access to care.    

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Tia Pham on the power of team-based care Dr. Tia Pham on the power of team-based care Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:08:58 GMT 42:18 6930521a042629ee0e8bb83a false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 6930521a042629ee0e8bb83a 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa dr-tia-pham-on-the-power-of-team-based-care full 2 Sixty per cent of British Columbia’s residents are without a family physician. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for bold solutions to improve access to primary care. In this episode, Dr. Tia Pham sits down with CFPC President Dr. Sarah Cook to explore innovative team-based care approaches that improve access to care and enhance patient outcomes.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Sixty per cent of British Columbia’s residents are without a family physician. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for bold solutions to improve access to primary care. In this episode, Dr. Tia Pham sits down with CFPC President Dr. Sarah Cook to explore innovative team-based care approaches that improve access to care and enhance patient outcomes.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Sarah Newbery on driving change in family medicine Dr. Sarah Newbery on driving change in family medicine Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:42:51 GMT 42:13 69026e8ae5f14b4131362a45 false https://www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/ceo-corner 69026e8ae5f14b4131362a45 690255e89b0ac9b418965ffa dr-sarah-newberry-on-driving-change-in-family-medicine full 1 Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with rural family physician Dr. Sarah Newbery, from Marathon, Ontario, about how team-based care helps meet community needs sustainably. They discuss how doctors working closely together build a strong culture that drives meaningful change, and why family medicine is so important to our health care system.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

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]]> Dr. Sarah Cook speaks with rural family physician Dr. Sarah Newbery, from Marathon, Ontario, about how team-based care helps meet community needs sustainably. They discuss how doctors working closely together build a strong culture that drives meaningful change, and why family medicine is so important to our health care system.

This podcast series is eligible for non-certified Mainpro+ credits. Participants may also earn additional Certified Assessment credits by completing a Linking Learning exercise.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The CFPC or the interviewer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or other advice.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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