Table of contents

ii. Acknowledgements

1. How to do a Pearls exercise

7. Appendices:

1. A sample of recent Canadian clinical practice guidelines
2. Doing a literature search
3. Canadian Library of Family Medicine services for CFPC members
4. Annotated critical appraisal references

Forms [ PDF version ]

Updated Pearls Submission Form (.doc)
Updated Pearls Submission Form – PDF version
CLFM Literature search request form
CLFM Article request form
Critical appraisal worksheet #1
Critical appraisal worksheet #2
Critical appraisal worksheet #3
Critical appraisal worksheet #4

The College of Family Physicians of Canada developed Pearls as an evidence-based practice reflection exercise. It is a self-directed, self-managed continuing medical education activity which should enhance the introduction of new knowledge into practice. Many family physicians use an evidence-based approach to their practices already. Pearls will allow these people to get recognition for doing so. For others, it should provide some guidance and useful resources to begin integrating information into practice in a critical and positive way. Members who try Pearls should find it challenging and rewarding.

Three (3) Mainpro-C credits will be awarded for every Pearls exercise duly completed. These can also be used for the annual Mainpro-M1 credit requirements. NEW! The $25.00 fee associated with Pearls has been waived. All CFPC Members and Non-member Mainpro Participants may participate in this activity at no additional cost.