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About Us

Home of the Southern Medical Program/Interior Health Authority

Who We Are

The Department of Family Practice educates students, physicians, and midwives to be effective providers of patient-centered care in the context of family and communities. You can find our contact listings on the People page.

Vision

We strive to improve the health of people throughout British Columbia.

Mission

The Department provides leadership for innovation in health care, fosters partnerships for promotion and enhancement of family medicine and midwifery, supports faculty to teach and inspire medical and midwifery students and family practice residents across the province, and supports faculty to undertake primary care research.

Framework of Accountability

Decisions, initiatives and actions will be made that are in keeping with the values, principles, and outcomes that create a culture of wellness and well-being for all. Learn more here.

Giving

Donations to the Department of Family Practice contribute to education, training, and research to improve the health of the people of British Columbia. Learn more here.