No-cost trainings from the Opioid Response Network
Please see a list of upcoming no-cost learning opportunities here.
Chronic kidney disease guideline for review
The Guidelines and Protocols Advisory Committee (GPAC) is seeking physician review of the draft BC Guideline Chronic Kidney Disease – Diagnosis and Management by May 2. Reviewers may be eligible for credit towards continuing professional development or continuing medical education.
Divisions Dispatch April 9, 2025
The latest provincial newsletter from the Family Practice Services Committee (FPSC) features the Physician Leadership Scholarship Program accepting applications, Health Quality BC 2025 Clinical Fellowship accepting applications, HDC support for managing heart failure patients, the MSP-covered LifesTyleRx program for patients with metabolic/type-2 diabetes conditions, a webinar on OAT in Primary Care, and more resources and […]
ICYMI: Apply by April 11 for a fully licensed international grad
The deadline to apply for a fully licensed UBC IMG Family Practice Return of Service (ROS) resident is approaching fast. If you’re interested, please read the program information and submit the application form to Island Health by Friday April 11, 2025.
Tune into the Human Doctor podcast
Join academic internists Dr. Kimberly Manning and Dr. Ashley McMullen as they use the power of storytelling to explore the human side of medicine, along with teaching, living, learning, and all things in between. Listen to the podcast here.
Celebrate, connect, and be appreciated
Join us in celebrating our amazing physician community, welcoming new doctors and honouring our retirees at our Welcome & Thank You celebration on National Physicians’ Day! It’s a great opportunity to connect and build community with all physicians from across Greater Victoria. Thursday, May 1st, 7 – 9 pm at the Laurel Pointe Inn. View poster RSVP here
Keep the Cheers going!
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 resources
Check out the Physician Health & Wellness Hub for resources. Available to you on an ongoing basis: Mindful Mondays: Next virtual session 8 – 9 pm on April 14, May 12 Dips for Docs: 9 am on Saturdays April 19, May 17, June 21 9 am at Fenn Beach 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 […]
Pathways Lunch & Learn: new Pathways Search
Join Pathways Physician Lead Dr Tracy Monk for an interactive 30-minute session featuring quick tips to streamline care using the new Pathways Search. Bring your lunch and questions – whether you’re new to Pathways or a seasoned user! Date: Tuesday, April 15 Time: 12:30 pm Location: zoom RSVP here
