Background Colorectal cancer is the third most prevalent cancer in Canada, as well as the second leading cause of mortality from cancer in men and the third leading cause of mortality from cancer in... Read More
Background Telemedicine has been defined as “the provision of medical expertise for the purpose of diagnosis and patient care by means of telecommunications and information technology where the... Read More
WorkSafeBC provides a medical insurance structure parallel to MSP that pays physicians for their treatment through the MSP billings structure when WorkSafeBC is indicated as the insurer on a claim.... Read More
Background Establishing a diagnosis for musculoskeletal conditions constitutes a major health care expenditure. The most common reason for a patient to consult a health care provider is... Read More
The population of older adults in Canada is growing rapidly. In 2008, adults aged 65 and older made up 14% of the population and this number is expected to rise to more than 27% by 2050.[1]... Read More