Today is National Physicians’ Day — a moment to recognize the expertise, compassion and commitment you bring to clinics, hospitals and communities across the country. Thank you for the impact you make every day.
On a day that honours the profession, it’s also important to speak frankly about what’s making it harder to deliver the care we aspire to, and how we’re driving change together.
In the latest CMA/Abacus Data survey of physicians, an overwhelming 99% reported that disconnected health systems prevent them from sharing patient records. Nearly half said they’ve seen serious adverse outcomes as a result.
The survey also found that virtually all physicians have had to intervene after patients followed false or misleading health information, including AI-generated advice.
That’s why last week the CMA brought physicians from across the country, alongside 12 provincial and territorial medical associations, to Parliament Hill to share what’s happening on the ground — and how federal decisions shape those realities.
We focused on urgent and practical solutions to reduce our administrative burden through smarter digital tools and secure data sharing, counter false health information, strengthen team‑based primary care, support Indigenous‑led health reform and help internationally trained physicians practise in Canada.
