The CanMEDS Physician Competency Framework describes the knowledge, skills and abilities that specialist physicians need for better patient outcomes. The framework is based on the seven roles that all physicians need to have, to be better doctors: Medical Expert, Communicator, Collaborator, Manager, Health Advocate, Scholar, and Professional.
The CanMEDS Framework is based on empirical research, educational design and College consensus to reflect the work of hundreds of Royal College Fellows and volunteers. The Royal College Governing Council approved the framework in 1996 and it is the basis for all specialty specific objectives of training recognized by the College.
The CanMEDS Framework