RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Peer-support writing group in a community family medicine teaching unit JF Canadian Family Physician JO Can Fam Physician FD The College of Family Physicians of Canada SP e724 OP e730 VO 62 IS 12 A1 Lina Al-Imari A1 Jaisy Yang A1 Nicholas Pimlott YR 2016 UL http://www.cfp.ca/content/62/12/e724.abstract AB Problem addressed Aspiring physician writers need an environment that promotes self-reflection and can help them improve their skills and confidence in writing.Objective of program To create a peer-support writing group for physicians in the Markham-Stouffville community in Ontario to promote professional development by encouraging self-reflection and fostering the concept of physician as writer.Program description The program, designed based on a literature review and a needs assessment, was conducted in 3 sessions over 6 months. Participants included an emergency physician, 4 family physicians, and 3 residents. Four to 8 participants per session shared their projects with guest physician authors. Eight pieces of written work were brought to the sessions, 3 of which were edited. A mixed quantitative and qualitative evaluation model was used with preprogram and postprogram questionnaires and a focus group.Conclusion This program promoted professional development by increasing participants’ frequency of self-reflection and improving their proficiency in writing. Successful elements of this program include creating a supportive group environment and having a physician-writer expert facilitate the peer-feedback sessions. Similar programs can be useful in postgraduate education or continuing professional development.