FPs reignite: Building resilience in the age of burnout
Tune in for this engaging webinar with renowned psychologist and author Dr. Jody Carrington. Jody uses humour and honesty to build resilience and empower family physicians facing burnout. Tuesday, January 21, 9 – 10am. Register here
Join the last Dip for Docs of the year
Brr-ave the cold with peers on Saturday, December 21st, at 9 am. Meet at Parker Beach on Parker Avenue in Cordova Bay. First-timers get a t-shirt or toque!
Praise is medicine!
As our AGM keynote speaker Len Pierre said, “Praise is medicine.” So don’t hold back if you want to say bravo for a job well done, or thank a peer who made your day! Post your Cheers for Peers here to let them know.
Secure your MOA professional development funding
MOAs in physician-owned PCN clinics have until March 31 to access up to $500 each to cover professional development time/fees. Read more and apply. MOA or FP can complete the form (FP signature required). Don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
Do you have capacity to attach a parent & baby dyad?
With postpartum care stabilizing, the most significant care gap is now releasing parent and baby dyads following postpartum care at 6-8 weeks. If you have capacity to attach babies and/or parent & baby dyads, please click here and an attachment coordinator will contact you. You can attach as many or as few as you decide, […]
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 […]
Newsflash November 21, 2024
Read about the new pain care pathway and ULP coverage available and check out our new AGM photo gallery! Read the Newsflash here
ULP locum coverage available
Are you interested in locum coverage between January 6 – 24 or February 18 – March 21? The Urban Locum Program has recently recruited new locums who may be able to provide coverage during these time periods. Interested ULP host physicians are encouraged to submit requests. If you are a registered host physician in the […]
New chronic pain care pathway
A new chronic pain enhanced care pathway is now available. Also find it on Pathways by clicking on pain management under the specialty tab. The care pathway is at the top of the page. Check out the advice tab in the specialty of pain management to help you care for your pain patients by e.g. […]
VDFP executive board roles 2024-25
At its recent first meeting, the 2024-25 VDFP Board confirmed Dr. Melissa Duff will continue to serve as the board chair. Dr. Anna Mason and Mr. Peter Lockie will continue in their roles as secretary and treasurer, respectively.
