1. Internationally trained members should have a certified copy of transcripts in the original language, together with any English translations provided by the issuing institution or the overseas government, PLUS a certified copy of an authorized translation in English. 

Translation of documents into English is to be provided by a Canadian Government authorized translator/interpreter service.

2. Continuing education is mandatory. In order to renew an active membership, members must complete 20 continuing education units (CEUs).   Members found to be practicing with an expired Membership are subject to disciplinary action.

3. Professional Liability Insurance is mandatory. If You are a Member of the Regulatory Body (for example: CTCMPAO or CMTO), You can add Osteopathy as a modality.

Disclosure to lawyers, insurance companies, adjusters and investigators

4. Do not delegate Yours responsibilities.  Business owners are not responsible for the confidentiality. Service providers are!!!

Why is it important to maintain patient's confidentiality?

Patient's confidentiality is one of the most important pillars of medicine. Protecting the private details of a patient is not just a matter of moral respect, it is essential in retaining the important bond of trust between the Practitioner and the individual.

WHAT RIGHTS DO INDIVIDUALS HAVE?
PHIPA gives individuals the right to:
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be informed of the purposes for the collection, use and disclosure of personal health information,
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be notified by a custodian if personal health information has been stolen, lost or accessed by unauthorized persons,
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refuse or give consent to the collection, use or disclosure of personal health information, except in circumstances specified in PHIPA

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withdraw consent by providing notice to the custodian,
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expressly instruct a custodian not to use or disclose personal health information for health care purposes without consent,
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access a copy of their own personal health information, except in limited circumstances specified in PHIPA,
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request corrections to be made to their personal health information,
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complain to the IPC about a custodian’s refusal to give access to all or part of a record of personal health information,
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complain to the IPC about a custodian’s refusal to grant a correction request,
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complain to the IPC about any breach or potential breach of PHIPA or its regulations and
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begin a proceeding in court for damages for actual harm suffered