Newsflash September 25, 2025
This edition includes ideas around acknowledging National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a re-referral request response template for your EMR, nutrition tips to beat physician burnout, a call to participate in the Oct 16th ShakeOut, and more. Read it here.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as well as Orange Shirt Day. If you’d like to attend an in-person event in recognition of the Survivors, the children who didn’t return home and their families, the Songhees First Nations hosts their Pow Wow all day at Royal Athletic Park. Wearing an orange shirt […]
Re-referral request responses simplified
If you’re still being asked for re-referrals for patients already under specialist care, our new response templates for Med Access, Oscar, and Juno are now ready for import into your EMR. Send them promptly to specialists to reduce paperwork and keep communication clear. Find templates and instructions, designed with input from local MOAs and the […]
Call for participation: ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
Take part in the Great BC ShakeOut by emailing, calling, or texting a quick fictional scenario on October 16th. Physicians and MOAs, your participation takes just a few minutes and helps us train staff to better support clinics during emergencies. To sign up and get more info, please email Shay at [email protected]
Pharmacy Tip #8: Sending multiple Rxs – keep all your prescription peas in one pod
Pharmacists sometimes receive five separate faxes for five medications, resulting in 10 pages if each has a cover page, and increasing the chance of pages being lost. Tip: Try sending as many prescriptions as possible at one time. This is best done by sending your prescriptions after all issues have been discussed with the patient, […]
RSVP now for the AGM – your peers are already in!
Not sure about attending because you might not know anyone? Don’t worry! We’re thrilled by the amazing family medicine community turnout so far. Join us for Appy Hour with Indigenous vendors and a photo booth, sparking meaningful conversations and fun. Dinner kicks off with table-based icebreakers (forget awkward small talk!), followed by post-dessert trivia guaranteed […]
Eat to beat burnout
When clinic days are packed, nutrition often takes a back seat – though we know it’s essential for well-being, performance, and better sleep. Explore nutrition strategies to combat burnout and discover foods that support all-day energy, so you can feel your best, even on your busiest days.
High-fives all around
Want to give kudos to a colleague who made your day? Send them a virtual high-five on Cheers for Peers. Keep the good vibes going!
Physician Health & Wellness events and resources
Check out the Physician Health & Wellness Hub for more resources. Available to you on an ongoing basis: Greater Victoria Peer Support Program: confidential, short-term, non-clinical emotional supports PHP “Drop in and share” peer support sessions: 12 – 1 pm every Wednesday South Island Physicians Walking Group: Next walk Sunday, Oct 19th, 1 – 2:30 pm, Gowlland […]
ICYMI: 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 […]
