Medical Director opportunity at Island Health
Island Health is seeking a Community Medical Director for Saanich, Gulf Islands and Western Communities.
Victoria-South Island survey by residents: cervical screening changes
Local family medicine residents are looking for a few more family physicians to participate in their scholar survey on your perceptions on cervical cancer screening updates (HPV self swab vs Liquid based cytology). You could win a $100 Lululemon gift card! Their survey is open until January 1.
Divisions Dispatch December 3, 2025
The latest edition of the provincial Family Practice Services Committee’s Divisions Dispatch includes registration info for new support groups within the Physician Health Program, a new 5-month APPLAUD series on treating alcohol use disorder, a new FPSC/DoBC Caucus Liaison for Vancouver Island, and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here.
Easeful holiday dining with a discount
Enjoy all the flavors of a traditional holiday feast, without the hours in the kitchen. Refire Kitchen’s Holiday Heater is a ready-to-heat dinner that lets you relax with family while dinner takes care of itself. Victoria Division members receive an exclusive 15% discount on all Refire Kitchen meals. Use code BCDR15 at the till for […]
8 physician-approved strategies to reduce holiday stress
Feeling overwhelmed by holiday demands? Explore practical tips from family physician Dr Allison Theberge to reduce stress, stay healthy, and truly enjoy the season here.
Toss some confetti!
Have a peer who brightened your day? Toss some confetti and give them a shout-out on our Cheers for Peers platform here.
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 Mindful Monday: Next virtual session Monday, December 8, 8 – 9 pm South Island Physicians […]
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 […]
Save the Date – Reconnect & Recharge: Nurturing Wellness Together
Mark your calendars for our in-person physician wellness gathering – a half-day of experiential learning, inspiring physician speakers, opportunities to make new physician connections, and time to care for yourself. Hosted by the Victoria and the South Island Divisions of Family Practice (VDFP and SIDFP), the South Island MSA, and the Saanich Peninsula Physicians Society. […]
Newsflash November 20, 2025
This edition includes updates on the new executive board roles, pharmacy tips, after-hours coverage in long-term care, and more. Read it here.
