Newsflash September 21

Topics include National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, revised referral forms, changes to records distribution, becoming a mentor/mentee with the BC Adaptive Mentorship Network, and more. Read more

Recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, we have compiled some local and online resources – from a Reconcili’action Sharing Circle webinar to the local Powwow to a Cultural Safety link tree for clinics – that can all support the truth and reconciliation learning journey. Reconcili’action Sharing Circle webinar Friday, […]

Beer Banters with the Board are back!

Join hosts Drs Sarah Chritchley and Ali Dozzi for our first Beer Banter after the summer hiatus! Friday, September 29th, 4-6pm at the Penny Farthing Public House. Information and registration

Changes to electronic records distribution from Forensic Psychiatric Hospital

Clinical Documents from UBC Forensic Psychiatric Hospital will now be delivered via Excelleris. These changes are part of the PHSA’s Clinical and Systems Transformation (CST) and Electronic Results Distribution projects. Please read the PHSA’s CST information on how it impacts record distribution and whom to contact for support.

Divisions Dispatch September 20

The FPSC’s Divisions Dispatch includes updates on the after hours care program, a new chronic pain care pathway, the health authority engagement survey, postpartum/newborn and benzodiazepine prescribing webinars, and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here

Fall dates for virtual Mindful Mondays released

Join facilitators Trish, Mark and Alex for one or more sessions of the fall round of virtual Mindful Mondays! No registration required. The next session is scheduled for Monday, September 25th from 8-9pm.

BC Adaptive Mentorship Network accepting mentee and mentor applications

Looking to better support patients living with complex pain or MHSU issues? Or are you burning out and would appreciate experts to mentor you? Or, are you an expert clinician wanting to mentor other practitioners and build community? Learn more here and apply by October 31st to become a mentee or a mentor in the […]

Webinar recording on Perinatal Wellness

The Perinatal Community of Practice recently hosted a webinar in collaboration with UBC CPD on Perinatal Wellness: Strategies for Supporting Overwhelmed and Sad Patients. You can view the recording, slides and resources here and claim UBC CPD self-learning credits.

Perinatal Care resources for family physicians

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 […]

Transforming Inhibition into Empowerment

Join South Island cardiologist Dr Daisy Dulay and digital storyteller Kristy Wolfe at this interactive zoom session to transcend the limitations imposed by shame. Through engaging discussions and activities, you will explore the power of storytelling in turning inhibition into empowerment. Spouses welcome! Date: Thursday, September 28 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm This event is […]