ICYMI: New BC Provincial Academic Detailing (PAD) Service topic
The PAD Service has launched a new topic: COPD – Inhaled Triple Therapy. To arrange a free 30-60 minute CME session with your local PAD pharmacist, email [email protected] or book directly in her calendar here. PAD is accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for Mainpro+ credits.
Support for your New Year’s resolutions
Want to try something new to keep fit? Check out cold-water dipping on Saturday, January 18th at 9am. Prefer walking with peers? Join the next walk on Saturday, January 18th at 1pm. Prioritizing Mental Health? Register for our February 8 HealthCare Rx and March 8 Cultivating Meaning in Medicine events.
What health & wellness activities and perks would make 2025 exciting for you?
Help shape health & wellness programs and perks that you’ll love to see in 2025! From cold water dips to workshops to recreation discounts, let us know what excites you most in our 2-minute survey here.
Got a cheer for a peer?
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 and keep the cheers going.
ICYMI: Physician Health & Wellness resources
Check out the Physician Health & Wellness Hub for resources. Available to you on an ongoing basis: Mindful Mondays: next virtual sessions 8 – 9 pm on Jan 20 and Feb 10 Dips for Docs: Saturdays Jan 18 and March 8 at 9 am at Fenn Beach, Cordova Bay South Island Physicians Walking Group: Next […]
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 […]
Event: Choosing Wisely for Patients and the Planet | The Primary Care Twist
Join Island Health’s next Primary Care Grand Round presented by Dr. Ilona Hale. Dr. Hale led the development of a Canadian guide to planetary health in primary care. Hosted by Drs. William Cunningham and Leah MacDonald. Date: Wednesday, January 22 Time: 12 – 1pm Location: Zoom and Gorge UPCC boardroom View flyer No RSVP needed
Event: Medicine Grand Round | Hospital at Home Outcomes and Risk Factors
It’s been four years since Victoria launched its HaH Program, only the 2nd in Canada. Join this presentation on the results, comparing HaH clinical outcomes to traditional hospitalization. HaH is a team effort by Victoria’s entire medical community – bring your ideas on how our community can optimize this new sector of acute care! The […]
Newsflash December 19, 2024
This edition includes news on free health and safety assessments for local clinics, a new Provincial Academic Detailing Service topic, the VDFP holiday closure , the After Hours Care program’s holiday hours and more. Happy holidays and we’ll see you in the new year! Find the Newsflash here
Happy holidays & office closure
The Victoria Division is taking a holiday break between December 25 and January 1st. Our next Newsflash will be sent on Thu, January 16. We wish you a safe and happy holiday and we’ll see you in the new year!
