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The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) has expressed concerns about the decreasing number of medical school graduates choosing family medicine, which could exacerbate the province’s family doctor shortage. According to Dr. Andrew Park, president of the OMA, 2.3 million Ontarians currently lack a family doctor, and that number is projected to double in the next two years. During the first round of the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS), 108 family medicine residency spots in Ontario remained unfilled, an increase from previous years. Park emphasizes that medical students need to perceive family medicine as a desirable and rewarding career path to address this issue.

The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) has expressed concern over the持續 decline in the number of medical students pursuing residency in family medicine. According to the OMA, the number of unfilled family medicine spots has increased significantly in recent years, from 30 in 2020 to 108 in 2023. This trend is concerning as it suggests a shortage of family doctors in the province, which could impact access to primary care for Ontarians. The OMA has identified several challenges that may be contributing to the decline in interest in family medicine, including administrative burdens, a lack of support for clinical teaching, and financial considerations. The organization is calling on the government to address these issues and invest in primary care to ensure that Ontarians have access to the family doctors they need.