As breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, the need for more breast imaging, diagnostic, and treatment services will likely increase as the population grows and ages. There have been... Read More
The potential impact of breast cancer on women in British Columbia means that primary care providers should be prepared to address the female patient’s question, “Should I get a mammogram?” It can be... Read More
Daily experiences in the Peruvian Amazon during a rural family-medicine elective. Things are not always what they seem. This summarizes my daily experiences in the Peruvian Amazon for a rural... Read More
Background Residents of rural communities face unique challenges when accessing health care. Factors that can make access to care difficult include populations that are small or fluctuate in size,... Read More
Just over 10 years ago, I was juggling family commitments and running a computer business and an average-sized medical practice. It was what I had expected from my training as a physician and what I... Read More