Primary Care at a Crossroads: Challenges, Innovations and the Future of Healthcare

Dr. Jobin Varughese
Interim Assistant Dean, Primary Care Education
TMU School of Medicine

Bio

Dr. Jobin Varughese serves as the Interim Assistant Dean, Primary Care Education at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) School of Medicine, leading efforts to shape the future of family medicine education. With a strong focus on innovative curriculum design, competency-based assessment, and mentorship, he is committed to training the next generation of primary care physicians to meet the evolving healthcare needs of communities across Ontario.

As a family physician and medical educator, Dr. Varughese is passionate about strengthening primary care through education and advocacy. His work at TMU School of Medicine emphasizes integrating cutting-edge learning strategies, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and leveraging technology to enhance clinical training and patient care.

Beyond his role at TMU, Dr. Varughese serves as the President of the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP), where he leads advocacy efforts to address the current family medicine crisis and improve access to high-quality primary care.

Dr. Varughese is dedicated to advancing family medicine education at TMU and beyond, ensuring that future physicians can deliver comprehensive, patient-centred care that strengthens communities and the healthcare system.