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Narcotics Safety and Awareness Act

On November 1, 2011, section 1‐4 and 6‐16 of the Narcotics Safety and Awareness Act (NSAA) will come into effect. This legislation was introduced to support the development of a narcotics monitoring system as part of the Ministry of Health and Long‐term Care’s Narcotics Strategy. More information about the new requirements for physicians when prescribing monitored drugs is available here.

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2010 Annual Report

Work completed in 2010 will provide a solid foundation for medical self-regulation and patient safety in the years to come.

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Record-breaking number of licences issued in 2010

The College issued 3,708 certificates of registration last year – the most ever; Licences to international medical grads tripled since 1997; Physicians in active practice up 20% since 2000

Cosmetic Procedures: Improving Patient Safety

The College now has the authority to inspect out-of-hospital premises where procedures such as cosmetic surgery and endoscopy are performed using certain types of anesthesia. This marks the realization of the College’s Four-Point Patient Safety Plan.

Ottawa Public Health Announcement

Clinic failed inspection conducted under the College’s new Out-of-Hospital Premises Inspection Program

Current Consultations

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Preliminary Consultation Defined Scope Registration

“Defined scope” certificates would identify scope of practice

Blood-Borne Pathogens

Draft policy reflects important developments in regulation and practice

Proposed Amendment to the Fees and Remuneration By-Law

A 3% increase in membership fees is proposed

Professional Responsibilities in Undergraduate Medical Education

Roles and responsibilities of MRPs and supervisors clarified

Medical Records

Updated expectations on EMRs and guidance for record-keeping in procedural medicine

Updated Methadone Maintenance Treatment Guidelines

Recent updates to the College's program standards and guidelines for doctors providing methadone maintenance treatment in Ontario went into effect in February 2011.

Agreement on Internal Trade facilitates doctors' mobility

Physicians licensed in other provinces or territories in Canada may apply for an equivalent certificate to practise in Ontario.

Tackling the Opioid Public Health Crisis

The College's report with 31 recommendations to ensure effective treatment for patients while stemming the illicit diversion of opioids

National Opioid Guideline with Practice Toolkit

Evidence-based guidance for primary-care and specialist physicians PLUS new electronic Practice Toolkit

Out-of-Hospital Premises Inspection Program

Members are required to give written notice about their practice in out-of-hospital premises. Physicians can meet this requirement by completing the online form provided on this website.