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PODCAST

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of Practice

Ontario College of Family Physicians

Audio from the Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of Practice sessions hosted by the Ontario College of Family Physicians and the Department of Family and Community Medicine at University of Toronto.

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01:20:19

Infectious Disease & Migraine Updates

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/11/21

Please join us for the 99th in our series "Changing the Way We Work" on Friday, November 21, 2025. In this session, we will have an update on circulating respiratory illnesses. We will also discuss the management of migraine including information about new medications that are available and recommendations from the recently updated Canadian migraine treatment guidelines. The main program will be held from 7:55-9 a.m., with a potential extension until 9:15 a.m. for additional Q&A. We appreciate you

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01:20:13

Infectious Disease & New Aneurysm Screening Program

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/10/31

In this session, we will have an update on circulating infectious diseases. We will also provide an overview of the new provincial abdominal aortic aneurysm screening program and it's roll out in primary care. Panelists Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Varun Kapila, Vascular Provincial Lead at Ontario Health, Associate Medical Director at Criticall Ontario, Assistant Professor at

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01:21:05

Infectious Disease & Managing Nutrition

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/10/17

In this session, we will have an update on circulating infectious diseases. We will also provide a fresh perspective on nutritional counselling, including actionable ways to translate this knowledge into practice, for our patients with diabetes, dyslipidemia and/or hypertension. Panelists:          Dr. Gerald Evans, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases), Queen’s University, Kingston, ON Dr. Mary Sco. MD, PhD – Locum Tenens Family Physician, Adjunct Lecturer

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01:21:25

Infectious Disease & Metabolic Associated Steatotic...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/09/26

In this session, we had a brief update on infectious diseases. We also discussed advances in the management of metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease, formerly known as Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Panelists:          Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Hemant Shah, Hepatologist, Vice President, Academics, William Osler Health System; Adjunct Associate Professor,

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01:09:27

Infectious Disease: Preparing for Fall & Important...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/09/05

In this session, we will review respiratory illness prevention and management for the fall, including vaccine updates. Panelists:          Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Allison McGeer, Infectious Disease Specialist, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON Host: Dr. Jobin Varughese, OCFP President, Family Physician, Interim Assistant Dean of Primary Care Education for the School of Medicine at

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01:18:19

Infectious Disease and Retirement Planning for...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/07/18

In this session, we will share a brief overview on infectious disease and discuss TB test interpretation and treatment for latent TB. We will also discuss practical strategies around retirement planning for physicians, including providing clarity on the newly available pension plans. Panelists:          Dr. Zain Chagla, Co-Medical Director Infection Control and Head of Infectious Diseases Service, Infectious Disease Physician, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, Hamilton, ON Dr. Mark Soth,

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01:04:19

AI Tools for Practice and Managing the Summer Heat

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/06/27

In this session, we will have a brief overview of infectious diseases. We will also explore the latest advancements in AI in clinics and practical strategies for integrating them into your practice. Additionally, with experts predicting higher-than-usual temperatures this summer, we will discuss a practical approach to counselling patients regarding heat-related illness and supporting those at the highest risk Panelists:          Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at

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01:13:40

Infectious Disease and Management of STIs Part 2

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/06/06

In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. Due to popular demand, we will also continue the discussion on clinical updates and best practices in management of common sexually transmitted infections, including trichomoniasis and HSV. Panelists:          Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Rachita Gurtu, Family Physician & Medical Director, Healthy Sexuality

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01:25:12

Infectious Disease and Opportunities for Improving...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/05/23

In this session, Dr. Allison McGeer will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. We will also hear from Dr. Tara Kiran, co-founder and former moderator of this Community of Practice. She will briefly discuss the OurCare Standard and then dive into how we can work differently based on her insights gained from observing primary care systems in other countries. Panelists:          Dr. Allison McGeer, Infectious Disease Specialist, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON Dr. Tara Kiran,

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01:13:58

Infectious Disease and Management of STIs

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/05/02

In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. We will also discuss clinical updates and best practices in management of common sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea and herpes. Panelists:          Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Rachita Gurtu, Family Physician & Medical Director, Healthy Sexuality Clinics, Region Of Peel Public Health,

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01:11:30

Infectious Disease, Penicillin Allergy (De)labelling...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/04/04

In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. We will also explore an approach to penicillin allergy (de)labelling and best practices in newcomer care, including appropriate screening and efficient billing. Panelists:          Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Mariam Hanna, Pediatric Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Specialist, Halton Pediatric Allergy Clinic,

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01:16:34

Infectious Disease & Dermatology Treatments

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/03/21

In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. We also review new topical dermatology treatments, including topical roflumilast and clascoterone. Panelists:          Dr. Gerald Evans, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases), Queen’s University, Kingston, ON Dr. Juthika Thakur, Dermatologist, Canadian Dermatology Centre, Toronto, ON Host: Dr. Jobin Varughese, OCFP President, Family Physician, Interim Assistant Dean of

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01:17:30

Infectious Disease & HPV Cervical Screening...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/03/07

In this session, we provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases and also review the changes to the Ontario Cervical Screening Program’s implementation of HPV testing. Panelists: Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Jonathan Isenberg, Provincial Primary Care Lead, Cancer Screening, Ontario Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Rachel Kupets, Gynecologic Oncologist, Sunnybrook Health Sciences

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01:22:37

Infectious Disease & Navigating Ontario’s Disability...

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/02/21

In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. We will also provide practical tips on navigating the Ontario Disability Support Program application process and review AI tools to reduce administrative burden. The main program will be held from 7:55-9 a.m., with a potential extension until 9:15 a.m. for additional Q&A. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. Panelists: Dr. Alon Vaisman, Infectious Diseases and

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01:20:02

Infectious Disease & Gender Affirming Care

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2025/01/17

In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases. We will also review adult gender affirming care including relevant guidelines, gender health, and treatments. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00 a.m., with a potential extension until 9:15 a.m. for additional Q&A. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. Panelists: Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical

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01:21:26

Best of 2024 – Winter Virus Season & Menopause Revisited

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2024/12/06

In this session, we provide an overview on circulating infectious diseases and revisit one of the top-rated topics of 2024, Menopause Management. Panelists: Dr. Janine McCready, Infectious Disease Physician, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto, ON Dr. Sue Goldstein, Family Physician and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Toronto, ON Host: Dr. Jobin Varughese, OCFP President, Family Physician, Interim Assistant Dean of Primary Care Education for the School of Medicine at Toronto Metropolitan

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01:16:17

Infectious Disease & Diabetes Pharmacotherapy

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2024/11/15

Listen to this session, as our panel provides a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases. They also review practical tips on diabetes management and delve into evidence-based guidelines regarding pharmacotherapy. Panelists: Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Gihane Zarifa, Diabetes Chronic Disease Management Lead, Credit Valley FHT, Toronto, ON Host: Dr. Jobin Varughese, OCFP President,

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01:19:17

Infectious Disease & OBSP Updates

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2024/10/24

In this session, we provide a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases and hear about changes in eligibility for breast cancer screening within the Ontario Breast Cancer Screening Program and the rationale behind this decision. Panelists: Dr. Allison McGeer, Infectious Disease Specialist, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON Dr. Jonathan Isenberg, Provincial Primary Care Lead, Cancer Screening, Ontario Health, Toronto, ON Host: Dr. Jobin Varughese, OCFP President, Family Physician, Interim

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01:12:26

Managing Respiratory Illness in Kids & COPD

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2024/09/20

Listen to this session as our panel discusses practical strategies to manage pediatric respiratory illness in community settings. We also provide an overview on best treatment practices for COPD. View Past Sessions and Materials https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Dr. Ronald Grossman, Professor, Department of Medicine, Respirology, University of Toronto, ON Dr. Tasha Stoltz, Pediatrician, Kitchener, ON Host: Dr. Mekalai Kumanan, OCFP President, Family

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01:16:55

Preparing for Fall & Practice Management

Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of... ·

2024/09/06

In this session, we review respiratory illness prevention and management for the fall, including vaccine updates and the recent surge in Mpox. We also discuss practical tips for managing patient expectations in your practice. View Sessions and Materials https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Darrell Tan, Infectious Diseases

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