Term: College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2012-06-21

Definition:

The professional regulatory body for all physicians practicing medicine in Manitoba. "Membership in the College is mandatory for all physicians seeking to practice medicine in Manitoba. The jurisdiction of the College extends to its members and associate members, including physicians and clinical assistants (including physicians in training). The College's mandate is to protect the public as consumers of medical care and promote the safe and ethical delivery of quality medical care by physicians in Manitoba." ( Source: College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba Web Site. The Role of the College. http://cpsm.mb.ca/about-the-college/roll-of-the-college - accessed June 21, 2012).

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• Use of Physicians with Capacity to Offer Services in French

Links 

• College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba Web Site

References 

• College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba. College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba. The Role of the College. (http://cpsm.mb.ca/about-the-college/role-of-the-college. Accessed February 22, 2011). 2011.(View)

Term used in 

• Chartier M, Finlayson G, Prior H, McGowan K, Chen H, de Rocquigny J, Walld R, Gousseau M. Health and Healthcare Utilization of Francophones in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2012. [Report] [Summary] (View)