Staff update: Recruitment
After 11 impactful years with the Division, Helen Welch, our Director of PMH Development, has decided to pursue new opportunities. Her contributions have ranged from strengthening recruitment and retention, to launching the Urban Locum Program, to leading the island-wide recruitment collaborative, to being instrumental in the creation of the VPCN Service Plan, all in close […]
Member survey closing: Health IT support for FPs
The Division is exploring if there’s a potential business case for IT support for local family practices. Please consider taking our 3-minute survey, open until end of day Friday, June 20.
Divisions Dispatch June 19, 2025
The latest provincial FPSC newsletter features resources for physicians during wildfire season, obstetrical ultrasound practice changes, the Revive retreat for female-identifying physicians, and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here
ICYMI: Victoria Division Strategic Plan 2025–2029
The Victoria Division has released its new strategic plan – a roadmap shaped by you, our members. Throughout the planning process, we’ve heard your voices clearly through the Division’s comprehensive survey, one-on-one conversations, meetings, and working groups. You told us what matters most, and we listened. Your insights directly informed the priorities you’ll see in […]
ICYMI: Free AI scribe program now live
Canada Health Infoway’s AI Scribe Program is now officially live across Canada, offering 10,000 fully funded one-year licenses to eligible primary care physicians and clinicians on a first-come, first-served basis. AI scribes help reduce administrative workload, allowing you more time for patient care. Apply here to take advantage of this national initiative with pre-qualified Canadian vendors.
ICYMI: AI scribe supports
Doctors of BC offers tools and resources – including an AI scribe consent form – to help physicians understand and use AI scribes. Visit the AI Scribes Technologies webpage to learn more. Family physicians can also request hands-on support through the Practice Support Program, Doctor’s Technology Office, or by submitting a service request.
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 […]
June and July MAiD curriculum sessions
Registration is open for the June and July Canadian MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) Curriculum sessions. Funding is expected to end in 2026 – consider registering while this opportunity is still available at no cost. Open to physicians, medical residents, and NPs. Dates: various in June/July Location: virtual Information and registration
Dips for Docs
Join your peers for the last ocean dip before these brr-ave events take a summer break! Date: Saturday, June 21 Time: 9 am Location: Fenn Beach (parking on Fenn or Parker) More information
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
