Fall dates for virtual Mindful Mondays released
Join facilitators Trish, Mark and Alex for one or more sessions of the fall round of virtual Mindful Mondays! No registration required. The next session is scheduled for Monday, September 25th from 8-9pm.
BC Adaptive Mentorship Network accepting mentee and mentor applications
Looking to better support patients living with complex pain or MHSU issues? Or are you burning out and would appreciate experts to mentor you? Or, are you an expert clinician wanting to mentor other practitioners and build community? Learn more here and apply by October 31st to become a mentee or a mentor in the […]
Webinar recording on Perinatal Wellness
The Perinatal Community of Practice recently hosted a webinar in collaboration with UBC CPD on Perinatal Wellness: Strategies for Supporting Overwhelmed and Sad Patients. You can view the recording, slides and resources here and claim UBC CPD self-learning credits.
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 […]
Transforming Inhibition into Empowerment
Join South Island cardiologist Dr Daisy Dulay and digital storyteller Kristy Wolfe at this interactive zoom session to transcend the limitations imposed by shame. Through engaging discussions and activities, you will explore the power of storytelling in turning inhibition into empowerment. Spouses welcome! Date: Thursday, September 28 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm This event is […]
The Compass Program Presents: Eating Disorders Lunch and Learn
Do you have children or youth in your clinical practice who have eating disorders? Join this webinar and hear from Dr. Seena Grewal, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, how to approach eating disorders, including assessment and management, and some helpful clinical pearls. Date: Wednesday, October 4 Time: 12-1pm Please register here
ICYMI: Island Health Community Virtual Care webinar (compensated)
The VDFP is hosting a presentation on Island Health’s Community Virtual Care program. Learn about eligibility and suitability, as well as new caregiver and palliative supports. Open to all VDFP members. Date: Friday, September 22 Time: 12 – 1pm Location: online Physicians will be compensated with one hour at the current sessional rate. Register here.
Newsflash September 7
Topics include joy & meaning in medicine, a new provincial academic detailing topic, and more. Read more
Bringing joy & meaning back to medicine
How can we practice medicine as a ritual rather than a routine? Check out this podcast from the Champions of Wellness series with Dr Mukta Panda on Bringing Joy and Meaning Back to Medicine.
Mindful coloring a stress buster
Did you enjoy coloring as a child? Research has proven that mindful coloring reduces stress, anxiety, and can improve your mood. Renowned psychologist Dr Lawrence Shapiro now offers a collection of free mindful coloring pages.
