Introducing the indicators for D2D 2.0 / help in hiring summer students to clean data
The vote is in! The indicators for D2D 2.0 have now been selected according to input from the members. There are still only about a dozen indicators along with a few more “explanatory” measures to help teams better identify peer groups to compare to. Please see the list below to start the conversation with your team about […]
Governance Education Webinar #2: The Board’s Responsibilities
Session 2: The Board’s Responsibilities Monday, February 23 from 12:15 – 1:45pm & Friday, February 27 from 8:00 – 9:30am Learning Objectives Understanding the Board’s role and responsibilities Topics Covered Directors’ obligations (individual & collective) Fiduciary responsibility Governance policies Creating an effective Board Recruitment Orientation & training Board Chair Conflict of interest Code of conduct […]
Data to Decisions eBulletin #5 – Feb 19, 2015
Contributing to D2D 2.0 Indicator selection: AFHTO board review of the indicators is scheduled for Feb 25th. Watch this space for more news next week! D2D 2.0 data submission and presentation tool: A prototype of the tool for teams to submit data to D2D 2.0 is currently being reviewed by QIDSS in preparation for widespread […]
New resources and opportunities: Ontario budget talks, program funding, OCFP awards and more
FHTs and NPLCs are invited to take advantage of the following opportunities, some of which are time-sensitive. Click on each link below for more information: Ontario Budget Talks portal: ask the government to address recruitment and retention Seniors Community Grant funding – Application deadline March 27, 2015 Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Integrated […]
Governance Education Webinar #1: Getting Started
Session 1: Getting Started Wednesday, February 18 from 12:15 – 1:45pm & Friday, February 20 from 8:00 – 9:30 am Learning Objectives What the Ministry expects from FHTs and NPLCs and why Understanding the basics of good governance Topics Covered The Ministry’s Accountability Reform Initiative (ARI) – what is it and why is it important? […]
REMINDER: Register now for FREE Governance Education Opportunities
Dear Members, The Governance for Quality in Primary Care workshops are now accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 5 Mainpro-M1 credits. Reminder to register in advance for Governance education opportunities available through AFHTO: 1. “Effective Governance for Quality in Primary Care Workshops” being offered free […]
Invitation to Submit Feedback: OMA ‘Integrated Health Network Policy Paper”
To: Physician Leaders in all AFHTO member organizations The Ontario Medical Association is currently in the process of consulting with its members on access to interprofessional care to address priority populations. As part of this process, the OMA has shared their preliminary DRAFT of the ‘Integrated Health Network Policy Paper’ to their Section of General […]
Globe and Mail highlights value of team-based primary care
Feb. 16 – Globe and Mail reports, “Family health teams – which put doctors, nurses, dietitians and social workers in the same office — offer a holistic and convenient approach embraced by patients and doctors alike. Why then is the Ontario government backing away?” In this feature article, journalist Kelly Grant delves into the value […]
EDAC News: The Primary Care Context, Strengthening Governance & Recognizing Progress
E-mail sent to EDs of all AFHTO member organizations AFHTO’s Executive Director Advisory Council (EDAC) met on February 10th. This update provides an overview and highlights key items discussed (scroll below for more information): Evolution of Primary Care & Current Context Accountability Reform Initiative AFHTO Updates PHC Branch Meeting QIDS Program Update Evolution of Primary […]
Governance education webinars for primary care leaders
AFHTO is offering free educational webinars for our members over the next few weeks to: 1) Help primary care leaders meet the requirements in the ministry’s Accountability Reform Initiative and the Governance and Compliance Attestation; 2) Share best practice and strategies to improve governance; 3) Identify and address common issues in FHT/NPLC governance. There […]