Pulse Check: The Primary Care Pod

Pulse Check: The Primary Care Podcast

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Pulse Check: The Primary Care Podcast is a student-led podcast exploring the future of primary care in Ontario and beyond. Hosted by medical students and supported by the Ontario Medical Students Association, this podcast brings together family physicians, healthcare leaders, trainees and advocates to share their stories, experiences, and insights. From tackling the primary care crisis to highlighting innovations in patient-centered care, Pulse Check offers listeners an inside look at the challenges and opportunities shaping the frontlines of medicine. Whether you’re a student, a clinician, or...

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The Future of Family Medicine in Ontario: Insights from Dr. Jobin Varughese 20.11.2025 46:55

In this conversation, Dr. Jobin Varughese discusses the current state and future of family medicine in Ontario, addressing key issues such as the shortage of family doctors, the importance of interprofessional care, and the role of technology in reducing administrative burdens. He emphasizes the need for systemic changes to improve access to care and support for family physicians, while also encou...

Medicine with meaning: Dr Lily Robinson on Values, Trauma-Informed Care, and Systemic Realities 15.09.2025 50:33

Dr. Lily Robinson is a primary and palliative care physician working with the Mission United Program, housed within and in collaboration with the Backdoor Mission. The backdoor mission seeks to assist their patrons achieve long-term stabilization by providing low-barrier, wrap-around supports with a point-in-time model. Their innovative partnership model empowers us to offer specialized person-cen...

Training Tomorrow’s Doctors & Change Agents: Dr. Allan Grill on Primary Care and Medical Education 21.08.2025 55:52

In this episode, we discuss all things primary care with Dr. Allan Grill. Dr. Grill is the inaugural Assistant Dean of the Queen's University Lakeridge Health MD-Family Medicine program and the Chief of Family Medicine at the Oak Valley Health's Markham Stouffville Hospital. We talked about the current primary care crisis in Canada, innovative medical education as a potential solution to this cris...

Trailer: Pulse Check: The Primary Care Pod 19.08.2025 1:31

An introduction to Pulse Check: The Primary Care Pod