Media Advisory – National Initiative to Improve Indigenous Health Care Being Unveiled

OTTAWA, March 18 – The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Health Canada and the Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada will launch the First Nations, Inuit and Métis Health Curriculum pilot educational program, an innovative, national project designed to improve Indigenous health care in Canada. <>

About the Royal College:

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is the national, not-for-profit organization that sets high standards for postgraduate medical education in 61 specialties and subspecialties in Canada. The Royal College is dedicated to excellence in specialty medical care, the highest standards in medical education and lifelong learning and the promotion of sound health policy. To find out more, please visit:http://rcpsc.medical.org/.

About the Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada (IPAC):

The Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada is a voluntary association of First Nations, Inuit and Métis medical students, residents and physicians, with members learning and working all across the country. IPAC also has a growing affiliate membership: Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations and people who share and contribute to our vision. IPAC’s vision is healthy and vibrant Indigenous nations, communities, families and individuals supported by an abundance of knowledgeable, well-educated, well-supported Indigenous physicians working together with others who share this vision.

For further information: Kelly Goulet-Lewis, Consultant, Blueprint Public Relations, (613) 237-7400 x22, Cell: (613) 769-3411, kelly@blueprintpr.ca; Aurélie Walsh, Senior Consultant, Conseillère en chef, Blueprint Public Relations, (613) 237-7400 x23, Cell: (613) 797-4259, aurelie@blueprintpr.ca