Academic Health Institutions’ Declaration on Planetary Health unveiled at ICAM 2023
The future of our planet and the health of our global community is at a critical point, and we are thrilled to see the positive response that the Academic Health Institutions’ Declaration on Planetary Health has received from the academic health community.
AFMC launches the Culture of Academic Medicine Initiative
The Culture of Academic Medicine Initiative (CAMi) aims to create a culture of health and well-being through equity, compassion, and respect.
Q&A with Victor Do, CAMi’s co-chair
Victor is a PGY-3 Pediatrics resident and incoming co-chief resident at the University of Toronto. Victor has been involved in medical education leadership throughout medical school and residency. He currently serves as co-chair of the Culture of Academic Medicine initiative. He co-chaired the virtual interviews and program promotion subcommittee which initially developed the plans to […]
2024 Admissions Requirements for Canadian Faculties of Medicine now available
The pursuit of a career in medicine is a noble and challenging path that requires dedication, skill, and a strong educational foundation. The recently released 2024 edition of the Admissions Requirements for Canadian Faculties of Medicine offers insights into the evolving landscape of medical school admissions in Canada.
AFMC Launches PGME And CPD Curriculum in Pain Management And Substance Use Disorder
Following the 2021 launch of the Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) curriculum, the AFMC has launched the Post Graduate Medical Education (PGME) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) curriculum in pain management and substance use disorder.
Amendment to the rules for visiting electives
In April 2023, the AFMC Board of Directors approved the recommendation from the AFMC Committee on UGME that starting in the Fall of 2023 the following rules apply to visiting electives:
AFMC calls on academic health institutions to endorse Declaration on Planetary Health
The Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC) launched the Academic Health Institutions’ Declaration on Planetary Health today at the International Congress on Academic Medicine (ICAM).
Medical schools do their part to tackle the opioid crisis
The Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada in collaboration with the 17 faculties of medicine across Canada are responding to the surge of overdoses and opioid-related deaths in Canada by leading the creation of a Canada-wide, bilingual, comprehensive, and competency-based curricula for current and future physicians in pain management, opioid use disorder and addiction medicine.
CMA, MD Financial Management and Scotiabank support the International Congress on Academic Medicine
The Canadian Medical Association (CMA), MD Financial Management and Scotiabank together proudly support the International Congress on Academic Medicine (ICAM), taking place Apr. 13–18, 2023, in Quebec City. ICAM is one of several initiatives that comprise the 10-year, $115 million commitment to supporting the medical profession and advancing health in Canada.
AFMC selects new President and CEO
The AFMC Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Constance LeBlanc as President and CEO of the AFMC effective July 1st, 2023. For over 75 years, the AFMC has served as the voice of Academic Medicine in Canada and the Board is confident Dr. LeBlanc will continue to advance the AFMC’s mission.