Divisions Dispatch November 5, 2025
This edition of the provincial Family Practice Services Committee’s Divisions Dispatch includes updates on Dr Sari Cooper returning from her temporary leave, the UBC Enhanced Skills Clinician Scholar Program accepting applications, a posting for the role of Clinical Director for Practice Ready Assessment BC (PRA-BC), and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here.
ICYMI: VDFP Board 2025-26
The 2025–26 VDFP Board was announced at the AGM: Continuing: Dr Kristen Iverson Elected by acclamation (two-year term): Dr Ami Brosseau, Dr Magnus Macnab, Dr Vikky Qi Elected by acclamation (one-year term): Dr Aaron Childs, Dr Ben How Appointed (one-year term): Dr Lauren Balogh (year-one resident physician), Dr Steve Goodchild (policy development experience), Mr Peter […]
ICYMI: Highlights from our AGM
More than 130 physician members, their guests, medical students, Division staff, and members of the Indigenous community joined us on October 20 at the Delta for a fun and interactive Annual General Meeting. This year’s theme, Connection in Action, came to life through networking, Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and performances, and a lively trivia showdown. Watch […]
From burnout to breakthrough: real stories, real insights
White Coat, Black Art is a podcast where ER physician Brian Goldman pulls back the curtain on Canadian healthcare with honest, thought-provoking stories. Tune in for a physician’s powerful journey with Parkinson’s and the discovery of resilience, acceptance, and caring for yourself (July 18), and another doctor’s mission to help young physicians beat burnout (May […]
Cheers for Peers: Keep the good vibes up!
Have a colleague who made your day? Give them a shout-out on our Cheers for Peers platform here to keep the good vibes up.
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 November 17, 8 – 9 pm South Island Physicians Walking […]
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 […]
Island Health Primary Care Grand Round: Gender Diversity in Primary Care
Join this Grand Round for a presentation by Dr Ingrid Cosio. Hosted by Island Health Drs William Cunningham and Leah MacDonald. No RSVP required. Questions? Contact [email protected] Date: Tuesday, November 25 Time: 12 – 1 pm Location: Teams
VDFP Family Holiday Social
Drop in with your whole family and enjoy delicious food, fun crafts, face painting, a photo booth, and virtual reality games! Date: Sunday, November 30 Time: 11 am – 2 pm (come when you can!) Location: Windsor Park Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Rd View flyer RSVP here
Newsflash October 23, 2025
This edition features our 2025 AGM – video, photos, all the highlights and updates -, Pharmacy Tip #10, feedback on information from Community Health Services, and more. Read it here.
