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. 2022 Dec 14;7(1):BJGPO.2022.0082. doi: 10.3399/BJGPO.2022.0082

Table 1. Competence areas, corresponding CanMEDs, and description.

Competence area Corresponding CanMEDs Description
Clinical knowledge and expertise Medical expert Interprets the patient's complaints in their context.Applies diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive ranges that are purposeful and evidence based.
Academic skills Scholar Promotes knowledge development and implementation.Facilitates expertise of students, postgraduates, and colleagues.
Communication skills Communicator Adequately applies communication techniques and skills.Actively involves patients in the decision-making process.
Organisational skills Manager Applies appropriate organisational and management principles.Utilises information technology for optimal patient care.
Teamwork skills Collaborator Participates in intra- and interdisciplinary teamwork.Contributes to the health of individual patients and patient groups.
Social accountability Health advocate Acts in accordance with legislation, is cost-conscious, and socially involved.
Professional integrity Professional Balances personal and professional roles.Works consistently on improving professional skills.