TABLE OF CONTENTS
In Every Issue
5 Message from the President
Dr. Peeter Poldre explains how we ensured that
different voices and viewpoints were heard during
the development of our continuity of care policies.
7 From the Registrar’s Desk
Dr. Nancy Whitmore expresses her gratitude for the
collaboration that made several initiatives a reality.
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13 Reports from Council
We provide an overview of the discussions and
decisions made at September Council.
17 Council Award
He may be Toronto-born and bred, but Council
Award recipient Dr. Mark Spiller says building a life
and a medical practice in Kirkland Lake was one of
the best moves of his life. His grateful patients are
quick to agree.
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51 Discipline Summaries
We present short summaries of recent Discipline
cases.
For Your Information
8 Letter to the Editor
A reader says the College must demonstrate
support for physicians in regard to opioid
prescribing.
30 Welcome
Dr. David Finkelstein has assumed the role of
Complaints Director/Associate Registrar at the
College. We also welcome Dr. Mary Manno and Dr.
Ted Everson as Medical Advisors.
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DIALOGUE ISSUE 3, 2019
38 Digital Dialogue
In early 2020, a digital Dialogue will be appearing
in your computer inbox. Read more about the new
option available for catching up on your regulatory
news.