Nova Scotia College of Family Physicians

04/03/2025

Wish your family doctor a Happy Family Doctor Day with an e-card on May 19!

If you would like to send an e-card to your family doctor, fill out the form by May 9, and we will send it on your behalf!
https://conta.cc/43xRnUS

02/13/2025

02/13/2025

Did you know family medicine residents can access CFPCLearn at no cost? CFPCLearn is an online learning platform made by and for family physicians, allowing you to watch, listen, or read your way to earning credits. Get your free account today! https://cfpclearn.ca/

11/14/2024

Congratulations to the 2024 NSCFP Award Recipients!

This year's recipients were honoured at the 2024 NSCFP Annual Awards Banquet on October 18, 2024 at Pier 21 in Halifax.

https://nscfp.ca/congratulations-to-the-2024-nscfp-award-recipients

09/20/2024

Dr. Leah Jones, CCFP

Dr. Leah Jones is receiving a 2024 Award of Excellence for her “exceptional work improving equity, access, and inclusivity of medicine for Black Nova Scotians.”

Read More: www.nscfp.ca/awards

09/20/2024

Dr. Jane Anne Howard, CCFP(EM)

Dr. Jane Anne Howard is receiving a 2024 Award of Excellence for being “the true embodiment of a rural family physician with exceptional leadership and commitment.”

Read More: www.nscfp.ca/awards

09/20/2024

Dr. Mary Gorman, CCFP(COE)

We are proud to announce that Dr. Mary Gorman has been honoured with the prestigious Dr. Charles & Mrs. Jean Gass Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024. A graduate of Dalhousie Medical School in 1982, Dr. Gorman has dedicated her career to providing exceptional healthcare in Antigonish, where she has made a profound impact on her community.

Read More: www.nscfp.ca/awards

09/20/2024

Dr. Ajantha Jayabarathan, CCFP, FCFP

We are excited to announce that Dr. Ajantha Jayabarathan, well known as Dr. AJ, is the recipient of the Nova Scotia College of Family Physicians' Family Physician of the Year Award for 2024. With over 30 years of dedicated service, Dr. AJ has profoundly impacted both the medical community as well as her patients.

Read More: www.nscfp.ca/awards

09/20/2024

Congratulations to the 2024 NSCFP Award Recipients!

Dr. Ajantha Jayabarathan, Family Physician of the Year
Dr. Mary Gorman, Dr. Charles & Mrs. Jean Gass Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Jane Anne Howard, Award of Excellence
Dr. Leah Jones, Award of Excellence

www.nscfp.ca/awards

08/02/2024

Registration is now open for the NSCFP Family Medicine Conference & Annual Meeting of Members.

Tentative topics include: AI Demo, Prenatal Care, Adrenal Disease, HIV, Top 5 Papers, Point of Care Ultrasound, Obesity, Adult ADHD, & Acne.

Time: 8:50 am - 4:15 pm
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Location: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Halifax or Live Online Learning

Registration: www.nscfp.ca/fmc

05/19/2024

Happy Family Doctor Day!
Your expert care makes our communities happier and healthier. Thank you for all you do!

05/18/2024

Family Doctor Day is May 19th!

Healthy Communities: Family doctors provide care to multiple generations and foster healthy communities.

Happy World Family Doctor Day!

05/17/2024

Family Doctor Day is May 19th!

Treating the Person and the Patient: Family doctors go beyond treating symptoms. They focus on the whole person and consider their unique circumstances and needs.

Happy World Family Doctor Day!

05/17/2024

Take action on 2024. Check out last year's Pride-themed issue of Canadian Family Physician, including an editorial by the chairs of our Member Interest Groups Section on 2SLGBTQ+ health: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia https://ow.ly/jMqz50RJ5uN

05/17/2024

Family Doctor Day is May 19th!

Your Family Doctor is a Specialist: Family doctors have the expertise and comprehensive knowledge to address a wide range of health concerns for all ages.

Happy World Family Doctor Day!

05/16/2024

Family Doctor Day is May 19th!

Family Physicians are Collaborators: Family physicians collaborate with other specialties and allied healthcare professionals to provide seamless patient care.

Happy World Family Doctor Day!

05/16/2024

Ahead of World Family Doctor Day on May 19th, we are sharing Dr. Glaucomflecken's message to the family doctors of Nova Scotia!

05/15/2024

World Family Doctor Day is May 19!