Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
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The stresses that arise during the first years of practice can discourage future physicians from choosing family medicine. Quebec is experiencing challenges in recruiting clinical family physicians to replace those nearing retirement. Mentorship is a promising approach that supports future family physicians. ⋯ Engaging and supporting mentees and mentors are essential to success, but might also present organizational challenges to sustaining formal mentorship programs for new family physicians in Quebec.