Divisions Dispatch September 4, 2024
The latest provincial Divisions Dispatch includes updates on supports for integrating a nurse into family practice, a new alcohol disorder care pathway, and much more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here
Doctors of BC information regarding provincial election
In a recent letter, Doctors of BC reminded that divisions are to remain non-partisan during the election, provided direction on activities that can be undertaken, and outlined the Doctors of BC approach and election strategy package: On October 19th British Columbians will head to the polls for the upcoming provincial election. Doctors of BC is […]
Opportunity to inform Island Health’s primary care roadmap
Island Health is seeking physician input to inform their next three-year primary care strategic roadmap. The survey is open until Friday, September 20th at 5pm. It is estimated to take 15-20 minutes and compensation is available.
In the media
Times Colonist: Comment – We need to work together to improve healthcare, submitted by the South Island Division co-chairs.
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 on Pathways. Funded […]
Event: FP input needed on emergency planning
The Victoria Division is looking for community family physicians to join us for dinner and provide input on a primary care emergency response plan. Physicians will be remunerated for 1.5 hours at the sessional rate. Date: Monday, October 7 Time: 5:30 – 7 pm Location: tbd Info & RSVP: Shay Crisp at [email protected]
Event: Approaching retirement?
Join us along with some already retired physicians in sharing their experiences. Brought to you by Vancouver Island’s Divisions of Family Practice and Islanddocs.com. Date: Tuesday, October 29 Time: 5:30 – 7 pm Location: zoom RSVP here View poster
Newsflash August 29, 2024
This edition includes updates our new AGM date, a central UPCCs phone line, and more. Read it here.
Mindful Mondays are back
Join the first online session after the summer break on Monday, September 16, from 8 – 9 pm with Dr. Mark Sherman. This is a facilitated physicians-only place to gather, chat, and connect. Join the email reminder list to receive Mindful Monday links; no RSVP required. Read more
Divisions Dispatch August 21, 2024
The latest provincial Divisions Dispatch includes the Aug 8 LFP payment model newsletter, updates on a new pathway for colon polyp follow-up, a standardized requisition for pathology consultation services across BC, and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here
