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PROFESSIONALISM AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR DOCTORS

Course Description

Professionalism and Professional Standards for Doctors in Canada is a practical course designed for physicians who want to strengthen their professional conduct, integrity, and accountability. Covering the Medical Council of Canada (MCC) standards and the expectations of provincial Colleges and Medical Regulatory Authorities (MRAs), the course explores communication, boundaries, cultural sensitivity, and digital professionalism. It is especially relevant for doctors facing a College investigation, disciplinary hearing, or fitness to practise process, offering clear guidance on reflection, insight, and remediation. Participants will gain strategies to rebuild trust, meet regulatory expectations, and demonstrate professionalism in Canadian medical practice.

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Course Objectives
Course Objectives
Section 1: Introduction
1.1 The Meaning of Professionalism in Canadian Medicine
1.3 Oversight of Professional Standards by the MCC and MRAs
1.4 Reflective Quiz
Section 2: Core Attributes of Professionalism
2.1 Integrity and Honesty as the Foundation of Professional Identity
2.2 Respect, Compassion, and Treating Patients with Dignity
2.3 Accountability to Patients, Colleagues, Regulators, and Society
2.6 Reflective Quiz
Section 3: Professional Standards in Canadian Medical Practice
3.2 Maintaining Competence and Engaging in Lifelong Learning
3.3 Confidentiality and Appropriate Use of Patient Information
3.6 Reflective Quiz
Section 4: Professional Boundaries and Relationships
4.1 Understanding the Doctor–Patient Power Imbalance
4.2 Avoiding Dual Relationships: Financial, Social, or Sexual
4.3 Maintaining Professional Relationships with Colleagues and Staff
4.4 Boundaries in Digital Interactions and Telemedicine
4.6 Reflective Quiz
Section 5: Breaches of Professional Standards
5.1 Examples of Breaches
5.2 How Concerns are Reported and Investigated by MRAs
5.3 Possible Outcomes of Investigations
5.4 The Wider Impact of Unprofessional Behaviour
5.5 Reflective Quiz
Section 6: Reflection, Insight, and Remediation
6.1 Self-Awareness as the Foundation of Professionalism
6.2 Reflective Practice as Required by Canadian Regulators
6.3 Demonstrating Insight When Professional Standards Are Questioned
6.5 Rebuilding Trust Through Accountability and Growth
6.6 Reflective Quiz
Section 7: Conclusion and Key Takeaways
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
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