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U-FMG 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉

General Information

  • Location: CLSC de 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉, Montreal, Quebec
  • Affiliated CIUSSS: CIUSSS Centre-Ouest-de-l鈥櫭巐e-de-Montr茅al
  • Languages:
    • Spoken: English, French, and multiple other languages due to the diverse patient base
    • Teaching: English/French
    • Charting: English/French

Site Overview

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The de 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉 was established in 1975 and became a 91直播 Family Medicine teaching site (FMU) in 1986. Renowned for its innovative approach to healthcare, the CLSC has pioneered several key initiatives. It established the first and only Maison de Naissance, a birthing center staffed exclusively by midwives, and it is home to the and CDAR (Clinique des Demandeurs d'Asile et des R茅fugi茅s) clinics, the only clinics in Quebec dedicated to providing comprehensive care exclusively for refugees and asylum seekers in the Greater Montreal area.

In 1991, a new, independent teaching unit was created within the CLSC de 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉 to meet the growing demand for family medicine training. Starting with just eight residents, the unit has since grown significantly. By 2018, the FMU had evolved into a University Family Medicine Group (U-FMG), expanding to 24 residents and 24 clerks. The facility also introduced a new care model at , aimed at supporting vulnerable pregnant women through a holistic, interdisciplinary approach that integrates prenatal, obstetric, pediatric, and social services.

The site offers a diverse clinical learning environment, exposing residents and students to a wide range of patients from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. As one of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods in Montreal, 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉 allows trainees to gain invaluable experience working with immigrant populations, refugees, and asylum seekers, many of whom present complex medical and social challenges. This rich clinical exposure prepares residents for a broad spectrum of health care situations, equipping them with the skills needed to practice compassionate, community-based family medicine.


Highlights

  • The 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉 district is one of Montreal鈥檚 most multicultural areas, with over 100 ethnic communities represented. Residents gain invaluable experience working with patients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • The site offers unique training opportunities in obstetrical care at Maison Bleue and care for refugees and asylum seekers at the Clinique des Demandeurs d'Asile et des R茅fugi茅s (CDAR).
  • Residents collaborate with an interdisciplinary team that includes specialists in genetic medicine, palliative care, obstetrics, and psychiatry.
  • The clinic is fully committed to multidisciplinary care, with residents working closely alongside nurses, social workers, and auxiliary staff.

Facilities and Resources

The 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉 Family Medicine Unit (FMU) is located on the first floor of the CLSC de 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉. The clinic is equipped with two supervision rooms to facilitate training and patient care. Since 2016, the clinic has utilized the MYLE electronic medical record (EMR) system.

On the second floor, the administrative offices, teaching rooms, and a dedicated residents' and students' lounge provide a comfortable space for learning and collaboration. These facilities support the mission of offering top-tier family medicine training and fostering a collaborative environment for residents and medical students.

Teaching

We provide family medicine training programs, including clerkships, urban family medicine residencies, and specialized rotations at Maison Bleue and the CDAR clinic, focusing on obstetric care and care for refugees and asylum seekers. The unit also serves as a clinical site for the third-year perinatal program. Facilities include a minor surgery room and an emergency room, with close access to the Jewish General Hospital for hospital rotations.

Postgraduate Teaching

  • Capacity: 24 residents (12 R1s and 12 R2s)
  • Curriculum: While the curriculum is mostly block-based, residents hold weekly continuity of care clinics throughout the two-year program. Learn more here.
  • Special Training Opportunities:
    • Residents can engage in obstetrical care for vulnerable women at Maison Bleue.
    • Residents have opportunities to work with immigrants and refugees at the CDAR clinic..
    • Residents are trained by Family Physicians and specialists in various fields, gaining broad medical exposure.

Undergraduate Teaching

  • Student Activities: Medical students follow doctors and residents in their clinics and conduct their own consultations. Experiences include pre-natal care through the SIFE (Suivi int茅gr茅 de la femme enceinte) program, home care with the SAPA (Soins aux personne 芒g茅es) program, and palliative care with specialized doctors. Students also participate in addiction treatment at the Centre de R茅adaptation en D茅pendance de Montr茅al.
  • Learning Opportunities: Clerks are integrated into vaccination clinics, mental health care, Practice-Based Small Group Learning (PBSGL) sessions, as well Journal Club discussions, during which they present research articles. They also participate in academic half-days alongside residents, learning from expert-led lectures.

Community and Engagement

The 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉 district is distinguished by its cultural diversity, predominantly composed of immigrant and refugee populations. Residents are consistently exposed to a wide range of medical conditions across all ages, with many cases considered complex due to the vulnerable nature of the clinic鈥檚 clientele. This includes many refugees and asylum seekers, whose healthcare needs require specialized attention.

The clinic offers residents valuable experience in managing immigrant health and addressing the unique challenges of multicultural healthcare. Throughout their training, residents work closely with social workers and other community resources, gaining a deep understanding of the socioeconomic factors that affect patient care. By the time they graduate, residents are well-prepared to handle a wide variety of medical and social issues in diverse populations.

Contact Information

  • Address:

CLSC 颁么迟别-诲别蝉-狈别颈驳别蝉, Family Medicine Unit
5700 C么te des Neiges Road (239)
Montreal, Quebec H3T 2A8

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Key Faculty Members

Title Name Email
Unit Director Dr. Alexandre Motard alexandre.motard [at] mcgill.ca
Postgraduate Education Director Dr. Sarah Smith sarah.smith [at] mcgill.ca
Clerkship Director Dr. Lida Alavi lida.alavi [at] mcgill.ca
Support Staff
Title Name Email Phone
Site Administrator Jorge Luis Huaman Arevalo teaching.cdn.ccomtl [at] ssss.gouv.qc.ca (514) 731-8531, x2394

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