The Voice of Family Physicians in Scarborough

Upcoming SFPN Webinar Series

SFPN Webinar Series #2: Click here to REGISTER Today and Join us on Zoom!

TOPIC: Artificial Intelligence (AI), A New Frontier – How to Implement AI into our practice to decrease administrative frustrations and increase revenue by automating your EMR

DATE: Thursday, February 1, 2024 for a live webinar, from 8 - 9:15 am.

This 1 credit-per-hour Group Learning program has been certified by the College of Physicians of Canada for up to 1 Mainpro+® credits

Scarborough COVID & Flu Resources

Toronto Public Health vaccination clinics are closing Dec 13, After December 13, residents can continue to access the COVID-19 and flu vaccines at pharmacies and select doctors offices. School-based vaccines can be received from a primary health care provider.

For vaccination needs or for general questions, Visit the resources page on the SFPN or SOHT Website for more information. 

One Stop Talk: A new mental health support

One Stop Talk/Parlons maintenant (OST/PM) is a new virtual and confidential counselling service rolling out across the province. It provides children and youth (aged 0-17 years) with immediate, low barrier access to free mental health support when needed.

When a child or youth connects with One Stop Talk/Parlons maintenant through www.onestoptalk.ca, or 1-855-416-8255, they will be connected to a professional clinician for a virtual or telephone session of brief therapy. OST/PM aims to fill the service gaps that leave children and youth waiting and struggling to navigate a complex healthcare system while increasing the availability of in-the-moment intervention.

Scarborough SCOPE (Seamless Care Optimizing the Patient Experience)

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) and Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC) have been working hard to expand and improve the Scarborough SCOPE (Seamless Care Optimizing the Patient Experience) service that our organizations have partnered on to provide. We invite primary care providers (PCP) to get started with SCOPE today. To register, please complete the provincial SCOPE online registration form.

Our virtual, inter-professional care team connects primary care providers to specialists, hospitals, community care and mental health resources in real-time. If you are not currently using SCOPE, click below to learn more and register. 

SHN's Centralized Patient Scheduling (CPS)

SHN is transforming the way patients and families access services at Scarborough Health Network (SHN) by Centralized Patient Scheduling (CPS). 

With the new CPS model, patients will have a more convenient way to book, reschedule, or cancel their appointments through a single point of contact. This will be facilitated through the centralized office with dedicated scheduling agents and extended service hours, including evenings and weekends. A visual overview is attached to this email, to outline what this service transformation means for you and your patients. If you have any questions, please contact ptscheduling@shn.ca.

Integrated Care Pathway for People Diagnosed with Schizophrenia

Integrated Care Pathway for People Diagnosed with Schizophrenia project is a collaboration between Scarborough Health Network (SHN), Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, and the Durham and Toronto branches of the Canadian Mental Health Association.

The aim is to provide integrated and comprehensive care to individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, promoting their well-being and facilitating their successful reintegration into the community. Our vision is to establish a seamless and supportive care pathway that enhances the quality of life for all participants. For any inquiries about the pathway or the available services, or if you are interested in partnering with us, please contact the integrated care coordinators at 905-430-4055 or integratedcarec@ontarioshores.ca.

Join SHN’s Research Ethics Board

SHN's Research Ethics Board (REB) is looking to recruit new members from the communities they serve to bring lived experiences and diverse insights to the review of research considerations. 

As a REB member, you will be critical to the success of research with human participants so that SHN can continue to learn, grow and provide patients with the best medicine through translational research.

Please consider taking a position and/or telling your colleagues, patients and families about this opportunity to make an impact on research in our community.

SHN Research Institute’s acceptance as a CTO member

Scarborough Health Network Research Institute is proud to announce its membership in Clinical Trials Ontario (CTO), a significant milestone that will further advance their commitment to promoting collaboration and reducing barriers to conducting research.

By joining CTO, SHN Research Institute will have access to a wealth of resources, expertise, and interorganizational opportunities that will contribute to the growth and success of research initiatives in Scarborough.

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