Department of Family and Community Medicine

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.

Dr. Danielle Martin

Read the Chair's message | January 2025

Cover of 2022 DFCM strategic plan report (landscape)

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.

Read the plan in full

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.

Read the report here

About DFCM

DFCM is the largest academic department of family medicine in the world and home to the World Health Organization Collaborating Centre on Family Medicine and Primary Care. With over 2,000 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.