Follow-up on ED check-in calls Jan. 26 & 27 – and additional tools and resources
This email is being sent to EDs/Admin Leads, Board Chairs and Lead Clinicians of AFHTO member organizations. Dear triad members, We had our first 2021 regional ED check-in calls on January 26 and 27. The eight check-ins last year were valuable to AFHTO for our advocacy and support efforts, and teams tell us the calls […]
Bits & Pieces: primary care virtual groups webinar, immunization for specific groups, and more
Your Weekly News & Updates In This Issue Primary care virtual groups – transitioning a CBT program & cardio-pulmonary rehab program to virtual Members’ stories Planning immunization for specific groups, complicated grief and more Online safety and data backup- tips from TechSoup Canada IBS/Low FODMAP diet: video series from Thames Valley FHT RDs Ontario […]
QI in Action eBulletin #103 – Moving Forward with Quality Improvement in the New Year
In this Issue: Quality Improvement on the Fly & QIPs QI Resources Upcoming Events Quality Improvement on the Fly & QIPs At this time, teams usually start to plan for their annual QIPs submission. We can expect an update in the upcoming weeks. In the meantime, the QI in PC Council has collaboratively gathered the […]
QI in Action eBulletin #102: Choosing Wisely during the Pandemic and Beyond, Health Equity and Provider Experience
In collaboration with the Alliance for Healthier Communities In this Issue: Toolkits – Choosing Wisely Canada AFHTO Resources as You Plan Ahead Provider Experience during COVID-19 – Dr. Catherine Donnelly Health Equity – Public Health Ontario Upcoming Events These are unprecedented times. COVID-19 is an era of resource scarcity and deciding which method of care […]
Bits & Pieces: apply for messaging pilots, free registration for legal webinars and more
Your Weekly News & Updates In This Issue Teams can apply for messaging pilots Enter to win free registration to Legal Issues for Primary Care Teams series Mental Health Works modules available from CMHA Ontario Urgent need for physio student placement Quality standard placemats- low back pain and osteoarthritis Recommendations for resuming spirometry, Supply […]
QI in Action eBulletin #101: Primary Care Team Lessons and Patient & Provider Virtual Experience During COVID-19
In collaboration with the Alliance for Healthier Communities In this Issue: Crossing Chasms: Primary Care Teams’ Response to COVID-19 Pandemic Thank You for Sharing Your Teams’ Experiences During The COVID-19 Pandemic Primary Care Patient/Client Virtual Care Experience Survey Primary Care Experience Surveys – Updated Version for OH QIPs Provider virtual care experience survey IHP […]
Bits & Pieces: your COVID-19 survey results at Trillium Research Day & more
Your Weekly News & Updates In This Issue Trillium Research Day – AFHTO posters and presentation Primary care patient/client virtual care experience survey #StopTheSpread communications toolkit Provider virtual care experience survey IHP experience during COVID-19 Fecal immunochemical test kit update and reminder regarding breast cancer and cervical screening Top ten flu Q & A […]
Bits & Pieces: address from incoming president Dr. Allan Grill, COVID checklist for primary care & more
Your Weekly News & Updates In This Issue Address from incoming president Dr. Allan Grill #AFHTO2020: following up Immediate need for case and contact management Member stories- COVID-19 EMR screening, virtual clinic and SDOH New BounceBack client resources available OMA’s OHT white paper Togetherall social media content and mini videos COVID-19 checklist for primary […]
Bits & Pieces: check your junk mail, how to get up to $150,000& more
Your Weekly News & Updates In This Issue How to get up to $150K to rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID #AFHTO2020: yes, we’re asking you to check your junk mail Virtual mental health tools demonstration & video testimonial for Mental Health Awareness Day Dr. Elizabeth Muggah now President of the […]
QI in Action eBulletin #100- Rx: Social Prescribing
In collaboration with the Alliance for Healthier Communities In this Issue: What is Social Prescribing? What does Social Prescribing look like in practice? Social prescribing: tools for equitable healthcare Reminders Upcoming Virtual Events What is Social Prescribing? Social prescribing is an evidence-based plan to address the social determinants of health, with focus on social isolation […]