Dr. Danielle Martin
Read the Chair's message | Spring/Summer 2025
The University of Toronto Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) is the largest academic department of family and community medicine in the world.
Our 2,000+ 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.
2022-2027 DFCM Strategic Plan
You shared and we listened. After extensive consultation with faculty, learners and staff, clear themes and priorities have emerged to shape DFCM’s strategic plan. And now, we are ready to share it with you.
Learn more about where we will focus our efforts over the next five years in our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.
2024-2025 Family Medicine Report
Our DFCM community has been key in raising awareness of the challenges in family medicine and primary care. The Family Medicine Report aims to now shift the narrative toward hope and progress, highlighting our department's efforts in building strong community partnerships to enhance primary care services.
While much work remains, the creativity of our faculty, learners, and staff is vital to addressing the needs of our communities.
Read the Report for inspiring stories about some of the important work DFCM colleagues are doing.
DFCM News
Jun 4, 2025
Since its inaugural trip in 2010, TAAAC-EM has seen over 100 graduates of the emergency medicine residency program and continues to aid in progressing emergency medicine in Ethiopia.
May 20, 2025
On May 12-15, DFCM in collaboration with the Office of Health System Partnerships (OHSP), hosted the 2025 Starfield Summit, a collective gathering dedicated to advancing the future of primary care.
May 15, 2025
Ten DFCM faculty members have been recognized for their contributions to family medicine and excellence in research, teaching and professional activities.
Events
Jul
18
Changing the Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of Practice for Ontario Family Physicians
7:55am - 9:15am
Jul
23
Best Practices for Nicotine Cessation
8:00am - 9:00am
Jul
24
Trust and Trends in Medical Publishing
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Aug
27
Social Prescribing: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health
8:00am - 9:00am