6 Things you should know about the CMPA
This video highlights the top 6 ways CMPA assists doctors and patients.
1. Mutual medical defence – not an insurance company
CMPA is a mutual medical defence organization for Canadian physicians, not an insurance company.
2. Protection: today, tomorrow, into retirement and beyond
CMPA offers occurrence-based protection for members throughout their career – as long as they were a member when the care was provided.
3. Compensation to patients
On behalf of members, CMPA provides appropriate and timely compensation to patients proven to be harmed through negligent medical care (fault in Québec).
4. More than medico-legal protection – Accredited, data-informed, learning, and evidence-based research
As one of Canada’s largest providers of accredited continuing professional development (CPD) for doctors, CMPA provides members with learning opportunities to help reduce medico-legal risk, support patient safety, and improve their practice.
5. Compassionate doctor-to-doctor support
CMPA provides doctor-to-doctor support in English and French. Over 50 physician advisors with diverse backgrounds, specialties and experiences are available to support members with medico-legal matters.
6. Medico-legal assistance
CMPA assists members with various medico-legal issues arising from the professional practice of medicine.
Learn more about our
Strategic Plan
The Strategic Plan lays CMPA’s proactive approach to meet the changing needs of physicians and the Canadian healthcare system.
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Annual Report
CMPA's year in review includes a performance report, financial information, and messages from the president and CEO.
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EDI Strategy
Our commitment to supporting Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) for employees and members.
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Key issues
CMPA resources on key medico-legal issues in Canada
Scarcity of resources and delays in care
There is no perfect solution for resource dilemmas and staff shortages, but you can take steps to help ensure patient safety and minimize your medico-legal risk.
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AI in medical practice
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful technology that can potentially transform medicine. Health professionals must understand the risks and issues in order to make informed decisions.
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Medical assistance in dying (MAID)
MAID continues to be a complex and evolving medico-legal issue. CMPA is committed to keeping you up-to-date to support patient safety and help minimize medico-legal risk.
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