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CFP Podcast
Canadian Family Physician (CFP) is Canada's only peer reviewed family medicine journal. Join Dr. Nick Pimlott, Editor of CFP, and Dr. David Ponka, Associate Editor of CFP, as they interview contributing authors to the journal each month.
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Episodes
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Building stronger relationships with patients
Ian McWhinney’s eighth principle - the family physician attaches importance to the subjective aspects of medicine – is arguably the one most open to…
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Heart of patient-centred care is at home
Join CFP Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott and Associate Editor Dr. David Ponka as they explore the power and the value of seeing patients at home with Dr. Sarah Newbery…
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Pourquoi notre système de santé est-il toujours en crise?
Pour quiconque pratique la médecine de famille au Canada depuis un certain temps, il peut sembler que notre système de santé passe constamment d’une crise à…
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Sharing a habitat with our patients: interview with Dr. Sarah Barclay
Dr. Sarah Barclay arrived in the community of Stouffville, ON in 2002 as a young family medicine resident studying at Queen’s University in Kingston, ON, never…
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Between the individual and the community: the role of the family doctor
"Dr Ian McWhinney’s fifth principle—the need for the family doctor to feel or see themselves as part of a broad community network of health and support…
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Le jardin sauvage : les strates de la pratique familial
Dans cet épisode inaugurale en français du balado du Médecin de famille canadien, la Dre Marie-Dominique Beaulieu discute de l’évolution de la médecine…
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What should Dr. Ian McWhinney’s legacy be?
What should Dr. Ian McWhinney’s legacy be? Join CFP Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott and Associate Editor Dr. David Ponka in a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Iona…
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Why is our health care system always in crisis?
For anyone who has practiced family medicine in Canada long enough, it can feel like the health care system lurches from crisis to crisis – from overcrowded…
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Understanding the importance of context in family medicine: from the molecular to the community level
Join CFP Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott and Associate Editor Dr. David Ponka as they explore the meaning and importance of context in family medicine with Dr. Anna…
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The person, not the problem: A conversation with Dr. Alan Ng Cheng Hin
In a time of rapid change and many challenges in the practice of family medicine, how do we maintain the heart of our discipline – our deep relationships with…
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Finding safe harbour: a conversation with Dr. Tom Freeman
This year – 2026 – marks the centenary of Dr. Ian McWhinney’s birth. Ian McWhinney is considered the “father of family medicine” in Canada and founded the…
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2025 year-end review
Join CFP’s Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott and Associate Editor Dr. David Ponka for their final podcast of the year as they review some of their favourite articles…
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Anaplasmosis: An emerging threat in Canada
With climate change the distribution of ticks is extending throughout Canada and along with that the increasing risk of tick-borne infectious diseases. Join…
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The Rourke baby record at 40
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Rourke Baby Record (RBR), a tool first developed by Drs. James and Leslie Rourke in their family practice in…
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The journey of a pill
Have you ever wondered how commonly prescribed medications are manufactured and distributed, eventually making their way to your friendly neighborhood…
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Putting patients at the center of primary care reform in Canada
The June 2025 issue of Canadian Family Physician is a special research-themed issue dedicated to the current crisis in family medicine in Canada and ways to…
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Planet Family Doc podcast with Dr Clayton Dyck: Dr Sonia Tsukagoshi Part 2
Canadian Family Physician is pleased to bring listeners the last “Planet Family Doc" Podcasts hosted by Dr Clayton Dyck. “Planet Family Doc” is a production of…
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Planet Family Doc podcast with Dr Clayton Dyck: Dr Sonia Tsukagoshi Part 1
Canadian Family Physician is pleased to bring listeners the last “Planet Family Doc" Podcasts hosted by Dr Clayton Dyck. “Planet Family Doc” is a production of…
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Planet Family Doc podcast with Dr Clayton Dyck: Dr Jane Philpott Part 2
In this two-part “Planet Family Doc” podcast Dr Clayton Dyck interviews Dr Jane Philpott about her new book “Health For All” and her life-long work to make…
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Planet Family Doc podcast with Dr Clayton Dyck: Dr Jane Philpott Part 1
In this two-part “Planet Family Doc” podcast Dr Clayton Dyck interviews Dr Jane Philpott about her new book “Health For All” and her life-long work to make…
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2024 year-end review
Join Editor Dr Nick Pimlott and Deputy Editor Dr Sarah Fraser for their year-end review of some of the best and most interesting content in Canadian Family…
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Virtual Care
What is virtual care? What are the different types? Are some forms of virtual care better than others, depending on whether it is through the public or private…
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Perennial post-examination surprises
As a family medicine teacher or Program Director, have you ever had a highly capable resident learner fail the Simulated Office Oral (SOO) portion of the CCFP…
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Graphic medicine
Have you ever heard of graphic medicine? Have you wondered what is the difference between a comic and a cartoon? And how is this related to your work in the…
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Navigating the landscape of health data, health informatics and digital health: a conversation with Dr Rashaad Bhyat
In this episode of the CFP Podcast, join Deputy Editor Dr Sarah Fraser and Editor Dr Nick Pimlott in a wide-ranging discussion about health data, health…
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Deprescribing sedatives: a discussion with two pharmacists
When are sleep aids indicated? What is the evidence behind melatonin? Why do sedatives put patients at risk for pneumonia? Learn all this and more in this…
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Staying human during residency training
Join CFP Editor, Dr. Nick Pimlott, and Deputy Editor, Dr. Sarah Fraser, as they interview Dr. Allan Peterkin on the release of the 25th anniversary edition of…
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Planetary health lens for primary care
Join CFP Deputy Editor, Dr. Sarah Fraser, and Editor, Dr. Nick Pimlott, as they interview Dr. Samantha Green and Dr. Ilona Hale about the concept of planetary…
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The future of family medicine in Canada
Join CFP Editor Dr. Nick Pimlott as he interviews Dr. Alan Katz and Dr. Alex Singer, family physicians and family medicine researchers at the Max Rady College…
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Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia
In this episode of the podcast, Dr Sarah Fraser interviews Dr Shayna Watson about CBT for insomnia. They delve into the ins and outs of a non-pharmacologic…
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Quality of Mind – An Interview with the 2023 Ian McWhinney Lecturer Dr. Iona Heath
Join Dr. Nick Pimlott and Dr. Sarah Fraser as they interview Dr. Iona Heath, the 2023 Dr. Ian McWhinney Lecturer at the Schulich School of Medicine and…
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Thoughtful prescribing for patients with difficult-to-treat depression
Join Dr Nick Pimlott for this episode of the CFP Podcast as he interviews Alex Crawley and Amy Soubolsky from the Rx Files Academic Detailing Program in…
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PEER simplified lipid guideline 2023 update
Join Drs Nick Pimlott and Sarah Fraser as they co-host this CFP podcast on the new PEER Simplified Lipid Guideline: 2023 Update. They interview Dr Mike Kolber…
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Social accountability in family medicine
Join Dr Sarah Fraser in this podcast with 4th year medical student Nusha Ramsoondar and Dr Alex Anawati. They discuss their recent publications in September’s…
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Screening for primary prevention of fragility fractures: how much time does it take?
Providing preventive care can be time consuming, and potential benefits have to be weighed against risks and costs. Dr Nick Pimlott interviews Drs Roland Grad…
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Third Rail: Physician Wellness
In this Third Rail edition of the podcast Dr. Sarah Fraser has a conversation with Dr. Shane Neilson about mental illness in physicians as well as Dr…
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Third Rail: Gender-affirming care and 2SLGBTQ+ health, part 2
The importance of language to the care of 2SLGBTQ+ patients, the discrimination that 2SLGBTQ+ health care professionals face, and the current political climate…
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Third Rail: Gender-affirming care and 2SLGBTQ+ health, part 1
The care of 2SLGBTQ+ patients is a natural fit for family practices, yet many family doctors fear they lack relevant skills and instead refer patients to other…
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Importance of symptoms to the practice of family medicine
Symptoms drive patients to seek primary care, but the fact that up to half never lead to a diagnosis is a challenge; it’s also an opportunity to refresh how…
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The value of family medicine
Continuous, longitudinal care results in better patient outcomes and health care savings, so how can this evidence be leveraged to address the crisis in family…
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Team-based care for patients with chronic noncancer pain
The success of an innovative nurse-led program points to a way to rethink how family practices help patients manage chronic noncancer pain. Dr Nick Pimlott…
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Third Rail: Data dispel myths about generational practice patterns
The popular narrative about newer cohorts of family physicians working less than their predecessors is disputed by data published in 2022. In this Third Rail…
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Proper timing of medication use in older patients
With polypharmacy common among older patients, proper administration of medications and avoidance of drug-food interactions are extremely important. Dr Nick…
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Third Rail: What is lifestyle medicine?
Lifestyle medicine is an innovative form of primary care that could help shift our system to focus on wellness and prevention rather than disease. Dr Sarah…
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How primary care transformation could enhance the entire health system
Solutions to the health care crisis exist if political will can be found to change. Dr Rick Glazier shares inspiring insights on both the challenges and…
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Meaningful steps toward improving Indigenous health
Concrete actions designed to ensure health care aligns with the needs of Indigenous people and communities are the focus of this conversation that Dr Nick…
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Third Rail: Secrecy and stigma; supporting older adults who use substances
Older people are using substances at a high rate, yet stigma and ageism often prevent them from obtaining appropriate and compassionate care. Dr Sarah Fraser…
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Perseverance of family medicine amid war in Ukraine
Almost 1 year after the Russian invasion of his country, Ukrainian family physician Dr Oleksii Korzh shares his experiences with host Dr Sarah Fraser. Dr Korzh…
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Family physician practice patterns during COVID-19 and future intentions
New research shows that family practices were open and seeing patients at the height of the second wave of the pandemic—despite media reports to the contrary…
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Third Rail: Problems with medical publishing and peer review, part 2
Flaws in the peer review process and opportunities for improvement are covered in part 2 of our interview with Dr Richard Smith, a well-known former editor of…
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Maturation of the Rourke Baby Record
The Rourke Baby Record, used across Canada today, is an early example of a clinical resource developed by family physicians for family physicians. Your host Dr…
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Third Rail: Problems with medical publishing and peer review, part 1
Hard truths about medical journals are examined with unflinching honesty in part 1 of this discussion with Dr Richard Smith, a well-known former editor of the…
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A vision for the development of primary care research
As the North American Primary Care Research Group (NAPCRG) celebrates its 50th anniversary, Dr Nick Pimlott hosts Dr Vivian Ramsden in a chat about the…
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Third Rail: Incorporating psychotherapy into family medicine training: Part 2
How to use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to address medically unexplained symptoms is explored in part 2 of this discussion between Dr Sarah Fraser and…
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Third Rail: Incorporating psychotherapy into family medicine training - Part 1
The untapped benefits of using psychotherapy techniques in everyday practice drive this conversation between Dr Sarah Fraser and Dr Peter MacKean in Part 1 of…
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Chronic pain: a different approach inspired by noninvasive neuroimaging
Dr Sarah Fraser hosts a discussion on this challenging area of care with Dr Maureen Allen, a family physician in Antigonish, NS. Dr Allen shares insights that…
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Going against the status quo in screening
Do you struggle with knowing when and how to apply screening guidelines as part of providing preventive care? Dr Nick Pimlott digs into the challenges…
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Health informatics in Canada – fragmented data harms patients and doctors
In this Third Rail edition of the podcast, Dr. Sarah Fraser interviews Dr. Ewan Affleck. Dr. Affleck is a family physician and health informatician who has…
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Rural anesthesia, surgery, and obstetric care in Canada
Dr. Nick Pimlott interviews Dr. Stuart Iglesias, a retired rural family physician with anesthesia and surgical skills and tireless champion for high quality…
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Third Rail: Doctor and parent: Thinking differently about difference
In this Third Rail edition of the podcast, Dr. Sarah Fraser interviews Dr. Sheri Klassen a family physician from Edmonton Alberta. Dr. Klassen is currently…