VDFP Newsflash January 5
Topics include an LFP payment model event and a locum compensation peer discussion. Read more
Do New Year’s resolutions even work?
Read the ‘evidence’ in this fun article Resolving New Year’s Resolutions from the family physician-led Patients, Experience, Evidence, Research (PEER) team!
Making lasting change
Check out Dr. Rick Hanson’s latest podcast Why Don’t We Get Better?
2023 Mindful Monday dates
Just want some peace and quiet? The new dates for the bi-weekly Mindful Monday sessions (hosted by the South Island MSA) are now available on our website (please log in to view).
LFP payment model event to answer your questions
Join Doctors of BC President Dr Josh Greggain for a dinner and discussion on the new LFP payment model on Thursday, February 2 at 6pm at the Grand Pacific hotel. Hosted by the Victoria and South Island Divisions of Family Practice. Read more and register
Locum payment peer discussion – please join us
Are you wondering how much to pay locums under the various payment models? Out of 33 poll participants, 82% of our participating members said they would be interested in a facilitated peer discussion on this topic. Please join us on Tuesday, January 31st from 5-6 pm for a discussion facilitated by Project Manager Helen Welch. […]
Our local after-hours coverage program is seeking input
Are you interested in using and/or staffing the upcoming After-Hours Coverage Program? The program is scheduled to launch across the Victoria and South Island Divisions at the end of March and seeking input on your needs. You’ll be entered to win a $589 Mount Washington 6ix Pack or a $600 Harbour Air gift certificate! Please […]
BC Adaptive Mentorship Network (BCAMN) accepting mentee applications
Community primary FPs and allied health professionals are invited to apply here by February 2.
New overdose advisories by text message
Patients who use substances can now text JOIN to the number 253787 to receive Island Health’s drug-poisoning overdose advisories by text message. The service is anonymous. Read more on the Pathways Community Services Directory homepage (scroll down).
Next Coffee Talk with the Board
Drs Anna Mason and Kristen Iverson will be hosting the next Coffee Talk with the Board on Tuesday, January 10. Please join us.
