The Foundation for Advancing Family Medicine (FAFM) invites you to participate in two exhilarating events at Family Medicine Forum 2016: the Walk for the Docs of Tomorrow and the Silent Auction. Find out how you can participate and support important family medicine initiatives in this video interview with Dr Cathy Cervin, FAFM Chair, and Sarah […]
Interview with Dr David White, CFPC President 2016–2017
Dr David White was installed as the President of the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) for 2016–2017 on Friday, November 11th, at Family Medicine Forum. In this interview Dr White talks about how he first became active with the CFPC as a resident and how his involvement in education has shaped his career. […]
FMF 2016 Keynote video: Olympians discuss how to coach people to reach their goals
In a rousing presentation at Family Medicine Forum on November 9, 2016, Olympic gold-medallist Mark Tewksbury and his coach, Debbie Muir, offered practical advice about providing mentorship to help individuals learn and grow. For anyone who missed this keynote address or who wants to share the talk with others, this video of the full presentation […]
What to expect from Walk for the Docs 2016
Watch this highlight reel from last year’s Walk for the Docs of Tomorrow in Toronto for a bit of inspiration as you prepare for our 12th annual walk in Vancouver. A fun way to connect with colleagues, this year’s walk takes place on Saturday, November 12th, from 7:00 am to 8:00 am. This 5K fundraising […]
Join Us for a Prestigious Evening of Celebration!
The College of Family Physicians of Canada’s inaugural Awards Gala will take place at Family Medicine Forum 2016 on Friday, November 11th, at the Fairmont Pacific Rim and will honour this year’s outstanding achievements in family medicine.
From Classroom to Practice, FMF Takes You There!
As Canada’s premier conference for family physicians, Family Medicine Forum has top-notch educational offerings to refine your skills and become more confident in your practice. There’s also an innovative exhibit hall and inspiring networking events to look forward to!
Exciting new features in store for FMF in Vancouver!
Get ready to be wowed! FMF planning is in full swing, and we can’t wait for you to experience all we have to offer this year: a brand new Awards Gala, more than 300 inspiring innovation sessions, motivating keynote speakers, new features in the Exhibit Hall, and more than 200 booths to explore!
Book your hotel and travel now!
FMF planning is in full swing for this year’s conference in beautiful Vancouver! Arrive early or stay a few days after FMF to take advantage of the city’s natural wonders, stunning hotels, and cultural activities.
Save the date for FMF 2016 in Vancouver!
Vancouver is the place to be this fall as the site of Family Medicine Forum 2016! From November 9th–12th, join your colleagues for enriching opportunities to connect, learn, and grow with the College of Family Physicians of Canada. You know FMF offers top-notch continuing professional development sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and awards celebrating the best […]
Keynote Speaker: Dr Borkan and the Use of the Narrative
Dr Jeffrey Borkan, MD, PhD, a researcher, clinician, educator, agrees with Linda Goss that “storytelling is medicine for the spirit and healing for the soul.” He believes in the narrative–a spoken or written account of connected events–with doctors and patients to obtain differing points of view, and as a tool for professional identity formation for […]