One year ago, the Virtual Care Task Force (a collaboration of the Canadian Medical Association, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and the College of Family Physicians of Canada) identified 19 recommendations to accelerate the implementation of virtual care. “The pandemic truly was the catalyst for accelerating the uptake and expansion of virtual … Read more
President of the Canadian Medical Association Dr. Ann Collins issued a statement: “[The First Ministers’ meeting was] a missed opportunity for our provincial, territorial and federal governments to address the sustained and pressing issues facing our health care system,” she said. “We also know that a single meeting cannot fix our health care system,” said Collins. “The CMA is … Read more
On December 10, Canada’s premiers will make health care a priority agenda item for the first time in 16 years. The CMA is calling for action on 5 priority areas, to manage the pandemic and build back health care sustainability: Avoid patient care delays through stringent public health measures Collaborate on the COVID-19 vaccine strategy … Read more
Dr. Ann Collins, president of the Canadian Medical Association, issued a statement on Nov. 30: “Today’s federal economic update should have offered health care providers hope of relief and a glimpse of the federal leadership required to keep our health system afloat. But instead it fell short,” she said. “While the $1 billion allocated to support long-term care … Read more
Dr. Ann Collins, CMA President, issued an open letter on Nov. 25: “Today, I met with Health Minister Patty Hajdu (Thunder Bay-Superior North, Ont.) to discuss Canada’s approach to rising case numbers, stressing the need for aggressive suppression and containment measures to protect our health care system — and save countless lives,” she said, recommending three areas of focus: … Read more
Dr. Ann Collins, President of the Canadian Medical Association, issued a statement: “COVID-19 cases across Canada are surging past the rates we saw in the spring. In many areas the health care system is near or at capacity, and front-line workers are doing their best to save lives – 246 days into the pandemic,” she said. … Read more
Dr. Sandy Buchman, President of the Canadian Medical Association, issued a statement: “The Canadian Medical Association recognizes that digital contact tracing apps have the potential to be a useful aid and welcomes the June 18 announcement by the federal government to support a national app,” he said. “We believe that a national app must be deployed alongside … Read more
Dr. Sandy Buchman, President, Canadian Medical Association, issued a statement: “May 1 is National Physicians’ Day in Canada. This year, perhaps more than ever, we are reminded of the dedication of physicians and all health professionals who are fighting COVID-19 alongside policy makers and the public,” he said. “This pandemic has been a stark reminder of the commitment of … Read more
Dr. Sandy Buchman, President of the Canadian Medical Association, issued a statement: “The past few years have shown that our health care system needs attention and is a source of worry for many Canadians. We’re encouraged, however, by recent commitments by the federal government and the willingness of provincial and territorial governments to collaborate in improving access … Read more
Dr. Sandy Buchman, President of the Canadian Medical Association, issued a statement: “The Canadian Medical Association is pleased to see the Speech from the Throne reflect the need to increase our support for health care in Canada. Specifically, the CMA is encouraged by the government’s emphasis in the address to improving access to primary care and pharmacare as … Read more
