MD
Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2017
is the official publication of the College of
Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. The
objective of this magazine is to provide clear
policy direction and review pertinent legislative
and disciplinary information, consult with the
profession on issues of concern, and provide
a forum for discussion and exchange of
information and ideas. This publication does
not accept unsolicited manuscripts.
In This Issue
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REGISTRAR
Dr. Rocco Gerace
DIRECTOR, POLICY AND COMMUNICATIONS
Louise Verity
SENIOR EDITOR
Jill Hefley
MANAGING EDITOR
Elaine McNinch
ASSOCIATE EDITOR
Kathryn Clarke
ART DIRECTOR
Ally Tripkovic
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The College of Physicians and Surgeons
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in Ontario. The College is responsible
for setting and maintaining medical
standards, licensing physicians,
investigating complaints about physicians
on behalf of the public, and disciplining
doctors found to have committed act(s) of
professional misconduct.
Features
17 Uninsured Services Policy Emphasizes Clear Communication
It can get very confusing for patients when physicians propose or pro-
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vide uninsured services with insured services. The Uninsured Services:
Billing and Block Fees policy makes it clear that communications must
be clear and impartial. The policy itself is at page 21.
22 Meet the New President
Dr. Steven Bodley brings his years of experience in working with chronic pain
patients to the College’s efforts to facilitate appropriate opioid prescribing.