Functional dyspepsia: Diagnosis and management in a primary care setting
Functional dyspepsia is a chronic, complex constellation of symptoms that include epigastric pain or burning, postprandial fullness, and/or early satiety. Read More
In the current issue
Gastroesophageal reflux disease: Diagnosis and management in a primary care setting
Most patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease can achieve excellent outcomes in a primary care setting if given a history-based diagnosis and appropriate pharmacological therapy, lifestyle counseling, and follow-up. Read More
Everyone deserves better health care
Five priorities for Canadian health system improvement from medical leaders and trainees in BC. Read More
Common pitfalls in the diagnosis and management of bacterial infections
A review of the literature to determine how clinicians may fall victim to cognitive traps when working through the diagnostic and therapeutic process, with guidance on how to avoid these pitfalls when managing adult patients with suspected infections. Read More
IV hydration spas: Health hack or pricey pee?
IV hydration spas are everywhere. I first encountered one in Las Vegas, which seemed fitting for the city—and the circumstances patrons may have endured the night prior. Read More
Real-Time Virtual Support: A network designed to support us all
The Canadian health care system is bursting at its seams. Symptoms of system challenges include frequent ER and clinic closures, physician burnout, and an ever-increasing population without access to care. Read More
Tending the garden: Reflections on family medicine
I recently began to learn about gardening. What I did not expect was how difficult gardening could be, and how the lessons learned would reflect my work in family medicine. Read More
Being human as a physician
As physicians, we are trained to aim high. From the first days of medical school, we are taught that details matter, excellence is expected, and errors can have serious consequences. Read More
