FMER Webinar: Navigating AI in Medical Education: Practical Considerations for Family Medicine Educators
This webinar will provide an overview of AI in medical education, highlighting current uses and considerations around the foundational knowledge and skills learners need to navigate this new landscape. We will also discuss practical applications for family physicians and address ethical considerations surrounding AI implementation in medical education, offering insights into responsible use and integration.
Asian Heritage Celebration
To mark Asian Heritage month, come celebrate the vibrant cultures and rich traditions of Asia with the EDI Committee! Enjoy delicious food, heartfelt storytelling, and an opportunity to learn more about the diverse heritage of Asian communities. The food served will represent the diverse culinary traditions across various regions of Asia. We welcome you to bring a homemade dish that represents your Asian heritage and flavors you love.
Academic Day
As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, the Department of Family Medicine will be organizing an Academic Day at the Hotel Bonaventure in downtown Montreal. This special event is organized in collaboration with the Family Medicine Postgraduate Residency Program, the Family Medicine Graduate Students Society (FMGSS) and the McGill Primary Care Practice Based Research Network (PBRN). You do not want to miss this! More details to follow.
FMER-PRAM Crossroad Panel Discussions: Shared Decision-Making in Family Medicine Education and Practice
Four panelists will make presentations of their perspectives about Shared Decision Making in Family Medicine education and practice, grounded in their experience and expertise as clinicians, educators and researchers. They will comment on the preliminary findings of an ongoing realist review of the impact of shared decision-making in family medicine practice. Family Physician and Patient Perspectives
Oral PhD defense for Rebecca Zhao
Rebecca Zhao, graduate student at the Department of Family Medicine, will be presenting their Oral PhD defense. Rebecca is supervised by Prof. Kathleen (Kate) Rice and was supported by the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Internal Studentship (Max Binz Fellowship, David G. Guthrie Fellowship) at McGill University and Fonds de Recherche du Québec-Santé (FRQS) Doctoral Training Scholarship.
FMER Workshop: How to Plan, Conduct and Report Mixed Studies Reviews
Mixed studies reviews are becoming increasingly popular in health research for their ability to address complex phenomena and interventions. These reviews integrate qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods studies, offering a comprehensive perspective on healthcare topics.
Annual Retreat of the Department of Family Medicine: October 23 & 24, 2025
You are cordially invited to the 2025 Department of Family Medicine Annual Retreat. The event will be online only.
More details to follow!
