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Family Care Team Referral Pathway

In Conception Bay North, Newfoundland and Labrador, a coordinated referral pathway connects patients of community physicians with allied health professionals on family care teams.

Topics
  • Primary and community care
  • First Nations, Inuit and Métis priorities
  • Cultural Safety
Audience
  • Healthcare leader

  • Community organization

  • Point of care provider

About this Promising Practice

To address the shortage of team-based primary care, the Family Care Team Access model connects private clinic doctors with allied health professionals within family care teams. This innovative approach ensures seamless referrals and better coordination of care. In just three months, private family doctors are reporting an increased capacity to work at the top of the scope of practice.

Strengthening Primary Care in Northern, Rural and Remote Communities

Healthcare Excellence Canada launched the Strengthening Primary Care in Northern, Rural and Remote Communities program (Strengthening Primary Care) to strengthen access to team-based primary care in northern, rural and remote communities.

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