Divisions Dispatch June 4, 2025
The latest provincial FPSC newsletter features Dr Alex Kilpatrick’s HDC experience, supports for the Nurse in Practice program, Pathways’ AI-enhanced search function, engagement opportunities, webinars, and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here
Pathways Lunch & Learn
Join Pathways Physician Lead Dr Tracy Monk for an interactive 30-minute dive into Pathways, including new features, and learn some quick tips to streamline care. Bring your lunch and questions—whether you’re new to Pathways or a seasoned user. Date: Thursday, June 19 Time: 12:30 – 1 pm Location: virtual RSVP here
Open House: New VDFP office and PCN Allied Health Centre
Victoria Division members and/or PCN clinicians, come mingle and explore the new Division Office including the Victoria PCN Allied Health Centre! Families welcome. Just stop by for as long or as short as you can. Light refreshments provided. Date: Sunday, June 22 Time: 11 am – 1 pm Location: Victoria Division @ 404-1025 Johnson Street View poster RSVP
Executive Functioning workshop coming this fall
Didn’t get a seat in the Physician Health Program’s event series on topics such as Taming Perfectionism and Procrastination? Don’t worry – facilitator and ADHD expert Dr Elisabeth Baerg Hall will be offering a virtual workshop specifically for the Victoria and the South Island Division in the fall. Stay tuned for more info.
Love pickleball? Help get the ball rolling!
More than 1.5 million Canadians play pickleball! It’s active, easy to learn, and a great way to connect with others. Do you enjoy it as well? And would like to get other physicians to come play? If you’re interested, contact Shay at [email protected] to get the ball rolling together.
CrazySocks4Docs: Rock your fun socks for a cause
When Dr. Geoff Toogood was judged for wearing mismatched socks, the experience inspired him to launch a day to fight stigma and raise awareness about doctors’ mental health. Join the movement and wear mismatched socks this Friday, June 6! Share your photos in the “Tag Along Fun” WhatsApp group. About the campaign
Sign up today for the Division’s Well-Being Index
Our Well-Being Index (WBI) app helps you track how you’re doing and access resources to prevent burnout. Registered with another WBI campaign, such as the CMPA’s? You can still sign up with the Division’s WBI. Click here for more.
Physician Health & Wellness resources
Check out the Physician Health & Wellness Hub for resources. Available to you on an ongoing basis: Mindful Mondays: Next virtual session 8 – 9 pm on June 9 Dips for Docs: Sat, June 21, 9 am at Fenn Beach South Island Physicians Walking Group: Next walk Sat, June 15 (East Sooke Regional Park, meet […]
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 […]
Newsflash May 23, 2025
This edition includes updates on the vendors selected for the free AI Scribes Program, the Victoria PCN Allied Health Centre, a Primary Care Grand Round about the Pathways website, and more. Find the Newsflash here
