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Welcoming a New Generation of Clinician Scientists in Family Medicine Education
Three clinician scientists have joined the FMER Group, bringing new expertise across key areas of family medicine education. Their addition reflects a broader shift toward integrating research with frontline clinical practice.
What Happened to Evidence-Based Medicine? Concerning trends in family medicine faculty and resident skills
This webinar will provide an overview of the Golden Era of Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) led to multiple philosophies of evidence appraisal and practices for the dissemination of useful evidence.
Remembering Richard Hovey
We are saddened to share the passing of Richard Hovey on November 28, 2025. A respected educator and scholar, he is remembered for his commitment to patient-centred care, thoughtful inquiry, and human connection.
Past News Articles
FMER Graduate Spotlight: Dr. Ahd Samman Completes MSc in Family Medicine
The FMER Group proudly congratulates Dr. Ahd Samman, who has completed her MSc in Family Medicine (Medical Education Concentration) at McGill University. Her dedication and excellence embody the spirit of the FMER community.
New Course: FMED 527 – Inuit Health in the Circumpolar World
FMED 527 explores Inuit health across the circumpolar world, examining history, colonial impacts, infectious disease, and Inuit-led healthcare innovations from midwifery to community health practice.
Celebrating Anish’s Next Chapter
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news about one of our own. Anish Arora, who completed his MSc in Family Medicine – Medical Education Concentration in 2019 and has continued with FMER as a Collaborator, has started a new role as Assistant Professor in Community, Population, and Public Health at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Kathleen Rice, PhD, Selected as Delegate for Science Meets Parliament 2025
The Family Medicine Education Research Group (FMER) is proud to celebrate Kathleen Rice, PhD’s selection as a delegate to Science Meets Parliament 2025, an initiative of the Canadian Science Policy Centre in partnership with Canada’s Chief Science Advisor, Dr. Mona Nemer.
Strengthening International Collaboration: FMER Welcomes Dr. Rosa Magallón
We are pleased to share that the Family Medicine Education Research Group (FMER) had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Rosa Magallón, Professor at the University of Zaragoza and Director of the Grupo Aragonés de investigación en Atención Primaria (GAIAP) – the Aragonese Primary Care Research Group.
Advancing Methodology: FMER Hosts Workshop on Mixed Studies Reviews
We are pleased to share that on August 18, 2025, the Department of Family Medicine hosted a workshop titled How to Plan, Conduct, and Report Mixed Studies Reviews. The event featured keynote speaker Quan Nha Hong, PhD, assistant professor at the Université de Montréal’s School of Rehabilitation and researcher at CRIR.