Department of Family and Community Medicine

The University of Toronto Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) is one of the largest academic departments of family and community medicine in the world.

Our 2,300+ faculty of teachers and researchers are recognized internationally for excellence in teaching, research and clinical care.

Together, we are breaking new ground in comprehensive primary care, from office-based family practice to emergency medicine, palliative care, care of the elderly, mental health, Indigenous health and more.

Five Years of Patient Partnership

DFCM Strategic Plan 2022-2027

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About DFCM

DFCM is one of the largest academic departments of family medicine in the world and home to the World Health Organization Collaborating Centre on Family Medicine and Primary Care. With over 2,300 faculty, 15 hospital sites, 40+ teaching practices and 1,000+ learners at all levels, DFCM is recognized internationally for excellence in teaching, research and clinical care.