Perinatal Care resources for family doctors
During our maternity care provider shortage, keeping first-trimester care knowledge up to date is essential for all who are responsible for providing it (longitudinal and WIC FPs). Check out these resources: First-Trimester Care algorithm for longitudinal and WIC FPs: Use the early pregnancy algorithm for guidance from dating to tests, screening, and billing. Also available […]
Lifelabs Healthcare Providers’ Conference
This free annual conference is designed for family physicians and others who regularly order and interpret laboratory tests. It is an educational opportunity designed to bridge the information gap between laboratory medicine and clinical practice. Friday, September 28 , 5pm, Oak Bay Beach Hotel. Information and registration
Webinar: Physician retirement “demystified”
Please join us for this Island divisions webinar on retirement planning. Thursday, October 5, 5:30 – 7pm. Information and registration
Save the date: VDFP Annual General Meeting
Mark your calendars: The VDFP’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 2nd, at 5 pm (registration start) at the Delta Ocean Pointe Inn. Stay tuned for the invite and more information!
Mental Health Act: New education requirements
Do you regularly and actively admit and/or treat patients who are receiving involuntary psychiatric treatment under the Mental Health Act? If so, Island Health requires you to complete a new, accredited online module by January 31st to obtain new MHA medical certificate. The course can be found on the PHSA Learning Hub (Mental Health Act […]
Event: Implants and IUDs – Comparing and Inserting Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC)
This popular annual workshop is taking place on Saturday, December 9 at 8am at UBC Robson Square in Vancouver. Information and registration
ICYMI: Remembering Dr Jennifer Oates – Gathering on August 24
The South Island MSA hopes you will feel welcome to join a gathering in remembrance of Dr. Jennifer Oates on Thursday, August 24th, between 5:30 and 6:30 pm. All healthcare team members are welcome.
ICYMI: Perinatal Needs Assessment for Greater Victoria
Please take 10-15 minutes to complete this survey. Your participation will help to inform improvements to the way pregnant people are cared for locally. Compensation is available.
ICYMI: AHCP pilot launching soon – sign up now
The launch of the After Hours Coverage Program is only four weeks away. Sign up now for using and/or staffing the service. Learn more and email [email protected] with questions, including any about compensation.
ICYMI: Practice Ready Return of Service program accepting clinic applications
Is your clinic interested in a Practice Ready Assessment Return of Service physician? Nine candidate placements are available for Vancouver Island for the spring 2024 intake. These candidates will be practice-ready in the fall of 2024 and have a three-year Return of Service. Please read the program information and submit the application form to Island […]
