Dialogue Volume 11 Issue 3 2015 | Page 2

MD Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2015 In This Issue D ialog u e , V ol . 1 1 , I ss u e 3 , 2 0 1 5 is the official publication of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. The objective of this magazine is to provide clear policy direction and review pertinent legislative and disciplinary information, consult with the profession on issues of concern, and provide a forum for discussion and exchange of information and ideas. This publication does not accept unsolicited manuscripts. 23 REGISTRAR Dr. Rocco Gerace Director, policy and communications Louise Verity senior EDITOR Jill Hefley managing EDITOR Elaine McNinch associate EDITOR Kathryn Clarke art director Ally Tripkovic PRINTED IN CANADA BY The Lowe-Martin Group WEBSITE: www.cpso.on.ca 80 College St., Toronto, ON, Canada M5G 2E2 Tel: (416) 967-2600 Toll Free: (800) 268-7096 Fax: (416) 961-8035. The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario is the licensing and regulatory body governing the practice of medicine in Ontario. The College is responsible for setting and maintaining medical standards, licensing physicians, investigating complaints about physicians on behalf of the public, and disciplining doctors found to have committed act(s) of professional misconduct. Features 9 Duty to Report Did you see a child in your office today that has left you with nagging concerns? Being aware of the duty to report suspicions of child abuse and how to act on it is a critical obligation for physicians. 23 Opportunities to Better Protect Patients Our Sexual Abuse Initiative continues with a number of recommendations aimed at better protecting and supporting patients who have been sexually abused by physicians. Dialogue is published 4 times a year. The subscription rate is included in the annual membership fee and is $36.00. Publication Mail Agreement #40063319 ISSN 1715-8966 Read More: 24 25 27 30 33 34 Previous Council Proposals Our Principles Proposing Legislative Change Changing our Processes and Practices Improving Support and Access for Patients A Framework for Education and Training