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Improving Coordinated Care for Chronic Opioid Therapy in Alberta

About the Study

Enhancing Alberta Primary Care Research Networks (EnACt), led by Dr. Lee Green, is conducting a qualitative research study seeking to understand the thinking and decision-making processes that take place when family physicians and pharmacists manage chronic opioid therapy for those with chronic pain and/or substance use disorders. This study is a partnership between EnACt and ACFP and is funded through a Health Canada Substance Use and Chronic Pain federal grant.

It has received REB approval: Pro00113795.

The Ask

We would like to interview family physicians and pharmacists to know more about their role and thinking within the process of managing chronic opioid therapy or OAT.

The Commitment

This would take one hour of your time and take place over Zoom video conferencing. You may also be invited to participate in a focus group; this would take two hours of your time, and take place by Zoom. You will also be required to fill out a brief demographic’s questionnaire; taking less than 5 min. Honorariums will be offered for your time.

Contact Information

Please contact Lynn Toon (lynn.toon@topalbertadoctors.org) for more information.

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My name is Smitha Yaltho and I feel privileged to work as a family physician. Why? I believe that being a family physician has been the best job any physician can hope to have. I have personally grown in my own abilities and skill-sets with diverse opportunities in ambulatory practice, acute care and work in Facility Living.  Working in primary care has been exciting and has also afforded me tremendous opportunities for growth while still remaining stimulating in its complexity.  I believe that Family physicians are trusted partners in patient care –  every step of the way. 

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I currently have an interest in Physician Leadership and  trauma informed care.  I have served as a director with the Board of Directors with the Edmonton North PCN, Edmonton’s largest PCN. Thereafter, I have worked as the Director of Medical Services with CapitalCare (also based in Edmonton) for almost 6 years. It is my express wish that my contribution on the ACFP board of directors will highlight the excellence of family medicine that exists right here and now within the Alberta health care system. 

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
Ability to highlight and further support the excellence of primary care right here in Alberta.