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Navigating the Path to Canadian Medical Practice With Dr. Rohini Patel

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rohini Patel from Can-Am Physician Recruiting to discuss the critical physician shortage in Canada and innovative solutions for international medical graduate (IMG) recruitment.

Dr. Patel, with over 12 years of experience in healthcare and physician recruitment, shares her expertise on navigating the complex landscape of bringing international physicians to Canada, while addressing the growing crisis of unattached patients across the country.

Key Points Discussed:

  1. Current Physician Crisis in Canada
  2. Provincial Licensing Landscape
  3. International Medical Graduate Pathways
    • Approved vs. non-approved jurisdictions
    • Licensing requirements and examinations
    • Provincial variations in acceptance criteria
    • Streamlined Recruitment Solutions
      • Can-Am's comprehensive support system
      • Reducing administrative burden for healthcare facilities
      • Step-by-step guidance for international physicians
      • Team-Based Healthcare Approach
        • Integration with existing healthcare teams
        • Community-focused care delivery
        • Long-term sustainability strategies

          • Guest Information

          Dr. Rohini Patel is a physician recruiter at Can-Am Physician Recruiting, bringing a unique perspective with her MD from Windsor School of Medicine and extensive experience in clinic operations management and EMR systems. Her focus is on bridging the gap between international medical graduates and Canadian healthcare needs.

          Useful Links

          • Connect with Dr. Rohini Patel - linkedin.com/in/patelrohini
          • Can-Am Physician Recruiting - www.canamrecruiting.com
          • CanAm Physician Blog on Concierge Medicine - https://canamrecruiting.com/revolutionizing-healthcare-workforce-challenges-with-the-concierge-medicine-model/
          • Healtheon Partnership Announcement - https://canamrecruiting.com/exciting-partnership-announcement-canam-physician-recruiting-teams-up-with-healtheon/
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