The Ottawa branch of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada created this podcast to share the stories of women in medicine as they complete their training, tackle important advocacy issues, and take on positions of leadership.
FMWC Podcast produced by Dr. Beverly Johnson (FMWC Ottawa President).
FMWC 100 Series produced by Dr. Beverly Johnson (FMWC Ottawa President) and Isabella Churchill (MD2024).
Historical Researchers and Podcast Co-Hosts: Mahakprit Kaur and Alexandra McCartney
Social Media and Communications: Justina Melkis
Editor: Brandon Kaltabanis
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The Ottawa branch of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada created this podcast to share the stories of women in medicine as they complete their training, tackle important advocacy issues, and take on positions of leadership.
FMWC Podcast produced by Dr. Beverly Johnson (FMWC Ottawa President).
FMWC 100 Series produced by Dr. Beverly Johnson (FMWC Ottawa President) and Isabella Churchill (MD2024).
Historical Researchers and Podcast Co-Hosts: Mahakprit Kaur and Alexandra McCartney
Social Media and Communications: Justina Melkis
Editor: Brandon Kaltabanis
Episode 10: From childhood to CMA presidency with Dr. Alika Lafontaine
FMWC Podcast
46 minutes 55 seconds
2 years ago
Episode 10: From childhood to CMA presidency with Dr. Alika Lafontaine
Episode 10 features Dr. Alika Lafontaine, current head of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) and award-winning physician. Dr Lafontaine currently practices as an anesthesiologist in Grande Prairie, Alberta, and is the first indigenous doctor listed in the Medical Post’s 50 most powerful doctors. In this episode, we delve into his early life and upbringing as a Cree and Anishinaabe as well as his personal journey towards a career in medicine. Dr. Lafontaine sheds light on his role as CMA president, alongside the association’s values and mission. We conclude this episode with a conversation on the negative aspects of the medical field, and Dr. Lafontaine imparts valuable advice on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
The views expressed in this podcast belong solely to the speakers and do not necessarily reflect any institution/associations they are affiliated with.
This podcast should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.
Canadian Medical Association (CMA): https://www.cma.ca/
FMWC Podcast
The Ottawa branch of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada created this podcast to share the stories of women in medicine as they complete their training, tackle important advocacy issues, and take on positions of leadership.
FMWC Podcast produced by Dr. Beverly Johnson (FMWC Ottawa President).
FMWC 100 Series produced by Dr. Beverly Johnson (FMWC Ottawa President) and Isabella Churchill (MD2024).
Historical Researchers and Podcast Co-Hosts: Mahakprit Kaur and Alexandra McCartney
Social Media and Communications: Justina Melkis
Editor: Brandon Kaltabanis
