Question Writing

Question writer

Question writers are family physicians from across Canada. They develop the questions based on articles from current peer-reviewed journals. The Educational Point for each question contains information drawn from these articles to support the correct answer. The Self Learning National Committee reviews all submitted questions before they are chosen for each volume. 

Become a question writer

We appreciate your interest in contributing to the Self Learning Program! While we are not currently recruiting new question writers, you’re welcome to submit an application for future consideration. There may also be an existing question writing group in your area that you can join, or an opportunity to start your own group.

Please fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch as opportunities arise. 

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Subject: Question Writing

Words from Current Writers

I have been a family physician for 40 years, all of which I have spent both writing questions for and learning from the program. Obviously, I have found it both fun and informative. I would say that it has been the single most valuable source of continuing professional development in my career. I know from close personal experience how much dedication, and experience go into writing the questions, and then reviewing and editing them. Although not every question can be relevant for all family docs, every issue produces, for me, at least 3 or 4 pieces of information which I can apply directly in my practice, to do a better job for my patients.
Dr. Curtis Folkerson
Quebec
Self Learning National Committee
I have been a Self Learning National Committee member since 1997. I first became aware of this committee and program when I was the Western University CFPC Section of Residents R1 representative. When I joined 25 years ago, I thought this would be a great opportunity to be part of a continuing medical education (CME) program that was created by family physicians. The Self Learning program produces a high-quality CME publication that provides family physicians with up to date and innovative medical information from many well-respected peer-reviewed medical journals. This program has allowed me to interact with physician colleagues who work in different areas of our country and the shared experiences have allowed me to become a better family physician. I had the privilege to be the National Chair of this Self Learning Committee for the past few years. I am very thankful for being selected for this position since it has been very important in my development as a family physician.
Dr. Michael Rondilla
Ontario
Self Learning National Committee