Welcome to the McGill Family Medicine Education Research (FMER) Group
Latest News
New PRAM-FMER Group publication in Canadian Family Physician, October 2026 – Family medicine meets participation science: Case for including patient groups in family practice
FMER Publications
Join us in celebrating the scholarly achievements of the Family Medicine Education Research Group, where our collective research is driving significant advancements in the field.
2026 Pierre Pluye International Awards
Submissions Closed on March 31, 2026
Thank you for your interest.
MSc in Family Medicine – Medical Education Concentration
Join a community of scholars dedicated to advancing family medicine education through research, innovation, and leadership.
Latest FMER Academic Achievements
New Publication: October 2026!
A new peer-reviewed article explores how patient groups could improve family medicine through shared learning, stronger patient participation, and team-based care. The authors examine the evidence supporting group appointments and their potential to strengthen primary healthcare in Canada.
Andersson, N., Cockcroft, A., Sarmiento, I., Todd, K. J., Grad, R., Karanofsky, M., Courville-Le Bouyonnec, A., Yaffe, M. & Rodrigues, C. (2026). Family medicine meets participation science: Case for including patient groups in family practice. Canadian Family Physician, 72(10), 597.
Welcome to the FMER !!
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where all feel welcomed, respected, and safe. This is at the heart of who are and what we do as members of the McGill Family Medicine Education Research Group.
FMER
At a glance
About Us
Learn more about FMER’s mission, vision, and values.
Our Team
Learn more about FMER’s team of researchers.
Our Canadian Research Chairs
Learn more about FMER’s three Canada Research Chairs.
Our Research
Learn more about FMER’s research activities.
MSc in Family Medicine, Medical Education Concentration
Learn more about FMER’s MSc program.
Featured Event
FMER is pleased to host events throughout the year.
FMER Webinar
Title: TBD
Date: Fall of 2026, TBD
Time: TBD
Guest Speaker: TBD
Latest News
How Group Appointments Could Improve Family Doctor Visits
A new FMER peer-reviewed article explores how patient groups could improve family medicine through shared learning, stronger patient participation, and team-based care. The authors examine the evidence supporting group appointments and their potential to strengthen primary healthcare in Canada.
FMER Member Pierre-Paul Tellier Co-Edits New WONCA Guide to Adolescent and Young Adult Care
FMER member Dr. Pierre-Paul Tellier has co-edited a new WONCA guide to caring for adolescents and young adults in family practice. The book offers practical guidance for building trust, improving engagement, and providing strength-based care during this distinct developmental stage.
FMER Alumna Dr. Sara Turcotte’s Research Published in Medical Teacher
FMER alumna Dr. Sara Turcotte’s MSc research examining family physicians’ experiences of remediation during residency has been published in Medical Teacher.
Upcoming Events
Events
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NAPCRG 2026: Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Annual Meeting
November 20 - November 24
Sponsors
We are deeply grateful to the Fonds de recherche du Québec – Société et culture for the competitive team grant provided to our research group in 2022, as well as to the different provincial and national funding agencies and organizations that financially support the FMER research portfolio.
Are you interested in Family Medicine Education Research?
It is an exciting time in health sciences education, and more specifically family medicine education research. Visit the pages throughout our website to learn more about what FMER members do, and how you might join us and collaborate with us.
FMER's founding members (photo by Heidi Hollinger, June 2015)