FMNB is a voluntary program for physicians. If your family physician is not part of FMNB, your relationship with them will not change.
If your physician operates under the FMNB model of care, you can expect improved access to your family physician or one of their colleagues including evening and weekend access; enhanced appointment booking options; more time with a family physician.
Under the FMNB model, your family physician works as part of a team. If they are not able to see you quickly because of other commitments, you can wait to see them or you have the option of seeing another physician on their team. All the physicians on the team have access to your electronic medical record, which contains all relevant information about your current medications and allergies. The physician who sees you will be able to chart your visit in your own medical record.
Your physician’s group will participate in extended hours. You will be able to see a member of the group in designated time slots that will be set up by your physician, usually during weeknights and one period over the weekend. Patients are encouraged to call their family physician first before visiting a walk in clinic.
You will be asked to formally enrol with your physician for your medical care. This means you will have a “medical home,” and you are expected to visit your family physician for routine medical visits.
Your physician may involve other health professionals in your care, depending on your needs. This usually involves nursing professionals, who are experts in chronic disease management, patient education, and many other elements of health care.
Instead of physically visiting your doctor every time you need their help, you may be able to call or email them.
Learn more by reading our Patient Brochure.
