Vol. 16 no. 5 – January & February, 2020
President’s message

Over the past six months, the fmrq has been involved in numerous issues that affect not only our training but potentially also our future practice in the quebec healthcare system. Whether on the draft legislation on the rules for essential services in the event of a public sector strike, or bill 43, which proposes to broaden the role of specialized nurse practitioners (snps), the federation has expressed its views, and will continue to monitor developments in these issues closely.
To read more
 
Discriminatory practices in hiring interviews – FMRQ continues legal action

On December 10, 2019, the FMRQ filed a motion for an injunction against the Quebec Attorney General and the Minister of Health and Social Services, asking Quebec Superior Court to order the cessation of discriminatory practices in hiring interviews for resident doctors seeking positions. Among other things, the Federation is demanding that training be set up for the physicians conducting these interviews, so that they are fully aware of the questions they may or may not ask. Moral and punitive damages are also being sought. Note that any monies awarded would be handed over to a human rights organization. To consult the list of articles published and interviews broadcast in connection with this legal action, click on the Media tab in the top centre of the FMRQ home page.
 
BEWARE paid training for medical students preparing for exams

In the past few years, we have learned that some organizations selling advisory or mentoring services to those applying for undergraduate or postgraduate medical education are seeking to hire resident doctors to provide such services, particularly for preparing for exams or interviews. It is important to note that, even if these services are offered in good faith, the Federation has had to act in recent years to defend members who had accepted such contracts and were then blamed for contributing to such projects by the authorities conducting those interviews and exams. Remember that anyone passing such interviews and exams has also signed non-disclosure agreements concerning their content. So it is important for you to be very cautious when you are asked to provide such services.
 
Amendments to FMRQ General By-law

At the Delegates’ Assembly meeting held on January 18, 2020, the representatives of the four affiliated associations attending adopted a number of amendments to the Federation’s General By-law. All these changes are aimed at fostering even more effective management of FMRQ affairs by its different bodies.

The main changes are as follows:

-The Secretary and Treasurer positions are merged into a single Secretary-Treasurer position;

-Creation of the position of Vice-President of the Board, whose holder will also chair the FMRQ Residence Wellness Committee (RWC) and Physician Resource Planning Committee (CPEM);

-The maximum number of mandates for a given Board position is reduced from five to three years.

The amendments to the General By-law will come into force July 1, 2020, with the provision that the new electoral process will be in effect for the election of officers for 2020-2021.
 
Lump sum to encourage physicians to set up practice in certain areas suffering from severe shortage of family physicians

The FMOQ and the MSSS have agreed on a letter of understanding offering a $50,000 lump sum to new family doctors for setting up in practice in certain areas suffering from a severe shortage of physician resources. Among the areas concerned are several local services networks (RLSs) in Region 9 (Havre St-Pierre, Port-Cartier, Forestville, Les Escoumins) and Témiscaming-Kipawa local services network in Region 8. For further information on the conditions associated with this lump sum payment.
 
FMRQ FMU Tour

The FMRQ is continuing its meetings with family medicine residents in health system FMUs. Upcoming meetings are being held in the following FMUs:

 

March 11                     Haute-Ville FMU

April 17                        La Sarre FMU
 
Abolition of CMPA retroactive coverage

Since the beginning of 2020, the retroactive coverage provided by the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) is no longer being offered. This additional protection was intended to provide consulting services in case of complaints from an establishment or college concerning situations occurring during residency. But it is important to remember that the malpractice insurance contained in the FMRQ’s collective agreement covers you for any acts performed during your residency, and the coverage continues even after your residency ends. For those of you starting out in practice this year, we invite you to learn about how to apply for the CMPA’s malpractice insurance.
 
Read the Fall 2019 issue of FMSQ publication, Le Spécialiste

In this edition, Générations, faut se parler !, look in particular for an article by our President, Dr Christian Campagna, focussing mainly on the profession of resident doctor and young doctor bashing.
Le Spécialiste - Website
Read Le Médecin du Québec in Electronic Format

The Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec (FMOQ) now gives you access to the electronic version of its monthly publication, Le Médecin du Québec.

Family medicine residents may access it without charge on Apple Store or Google Play. A tablet version is also available. Just create an account on the FMOQ website to access it. 

Residents in other specialties may access the current and previous Internet issues on their website.

 
Le Médecin du Québec - Website
 
UPCOMING CONFERENCES
Centre of Excellence in Cognitive Health (CESCO) Symposium – April 3, 2020

The Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal (IUGM) will be holding its 5th CESCO Symposium April 3, 2020, in the Institute’s Groupe Maurice amphitheatre at 4545 Queen Mary Road, Montreal. Lectures and workshops on Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders will be covered during this day, the theme for which is Science and Human Dignity. For more information
Training session on concussion in sport

On February 21, 2020, in Quebec City, the Quebec association of sports and exercise physicians (AQMSE) is holding a training session on concussion in sport. This 4-hour training covers management of concussion, from diagnosis to general follow-up, via interprofessional cooperation. To register online
FMRQ Grant Program for Research Projects

The FMRQ recently launched a second competition, to enable the largest possible number of candidates to receive funds under its Grant Program for Research Projects. Grants are for up to $10,000 per project.

Deadline : March 1, 2020
The decision of the selection committee will be announced before April 1, 2020.

Further details
 
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Neurology : Position Available at Hôpital de Saint-Eustache

The CISSS des Laurentides is seeking a generalist neurologist to join its team of medical specialists at Hôpital de Saint-Eustache.

Opportunity to do electrophysiology (EEG, EMGs), hospital and emergency consultations, participating in specialized clinics in Saint-Jérôme (multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, cognitive disorders, spasticity clinic).

For more information, contact :

Marie-Josée Grondin, recruitment and medical affairs consultant for CISSS des Laurentides
marie-josee.grondin.cissslau@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
CISSS des Laurentides – Site web
Cardiology and respirology PEMs available in Saint-Eustache
Respirology PEM in Saint-Jérôme

3 PEMs to fill at CISSS des Laurentides.

For more information, contact :

Marie-Josée Grondin, recruitment and medical affairs consultant for CISSS des Laurentides
marie-josee.grondin.cissslau@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
CISSS des Laurentides – Site web
Urology
2-3 Positions Available at CISSS de Lanaudière

CISSS de Lanaudière comprises two hospitals, Pierre-Le Gardeur (383 beds) in Terrebonne, and Centre hospitalier de Lanaudière (370 beds) in Saint-Charles-Borromée, in the Joliette regional county municipality.

Two positions are currently available, and a third might be opening shortly. This is an opportunity for young urologists to set up in practice together.

If you are interested, contact :

Jean-François Blais
Deputy Director of Professional Services
CISSS de Lanaudière
450 759-8222 ext. 2547
jean-francois.blais.cissslan@ssss.gouv.qc.ca

Serge Bergeron M.D. 
Director of Professional Services
CISSS de Lanaudière
450-759-8222
serge.bergeron.cissslan@ssss.gouv.qc.ca 
Cardiology Position With CISSS Chaudiere-Appalaches

The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de Chaudière-Appalaches has notified us that there is currently an unfilled position in Cardiology at Hôpital de Saint-Georges.

For more information, read the pamphlet or contact :

Mrs Cindy Lessard, adjointe à la Direction
des services professionnels du CISSS-CA, secteur Beauce
418 228-2031, ext. 37033
cindy.lessard@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
 
PEMs for 2020-2021 in Non-FM Specialties

For any information concerning PEMs in non-FM specialties, fellowships, or virtual positions, or for any difficulty encountered in seeking a position, contact :

Johanne Carrier
514 282-0256 
1 800 465-021
pem-sp@fmrq.qc.ca


You may also visit the new section recently uploaded on our website.
Obtaining a PEM in an establishment - FMRQ website
 
PREMs/PEMs for 2020 in Family Medicine

For more information on the current situation with regard to family medicine, or on PREMs in family medicine, contact :

Geneviève Coiteux
514 282-0256
1 800 465-0215
prem-mf@fmrq.qc.ca

You may also visit the new section recently uploaded on our website.
PREMs New Process - FMRQ website


MOONLIGHTING in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in the Gaspé

CISSS de la Gaspésie regularly seeks doctors in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics to perform locums.

If you are certified in Internal Medicine or Pediatrics, are available, and are interested in the possibility of moonlighting, the integrated health and social services centre will be very happy to have your support over the coming year in the Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Gaspé and Chandler hospitals.

For more information, contact :

Erika Gagné, Medical Recruitment Officer at CISSS de la Gaspésie
418 763-2261 ext. 2524
Erika.Gagne.cisssgaspesie@ssss.gouv.qc.ca                             
 
Training Sessions to Come


University of Montreal Continuing Professional Development
Accredited training at University of Sherbrooke/Lifelong Learning Centre/University of Sherbrooke
Accredited training at Sainte-Justine University Health Centre
Training and events at Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal
McGill Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Training sessions offered by the Laval University Centre for Pedagogical Development and Continuing Professional Development in Health Care
 
Apartments Available for a Mandatory Rotation in Montreal

We provide apartments to be shared in Montreal containing three rooms each. These apartments are exclusively for residents. To be eligible, your rotation must be mandatory and take place more than 50 km away from your usual training site.

To reserve a room


*Places are limited.

To reserve Charles-Lemoyne apartments, contact :
Suzie Brunette 
residencemd.cssscclm16@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
450-466-5000 ext. 4850
Reserve your place at least two months in advance, because places are limited.


ALDO-Québec - Calendar 2020
ALDO-Québec : Mandatory Training, Required for Obtaining a Permit to Practise in Quebec

All medical residents have to take part in an ALDO-Quebec training session at any time during their training to be eligible for their permit from the CMQ.

Registration must be completed one month prior to the training session.
CMQ website - ALDO-Québec
 
Fédération des médecins résidents

630, Sherbrooke Street West, Suite 510
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
H3A 1E4
514 282-0256
1 800 465-0215
info@fmrq.qc.ca
Website

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