Island Health COVID-19 immunization: updates
As a follow-up to the Sept 19 MHO Newsletter on influenza and COVID-19 immunization, Island Health is sharing information from the Government of BC and the BCCDC on COVID-19 therapeutics. If a patient will likely require Remdesivir, physicians can refer for treatment within Island Health with a referral form (also available on Pathways or on […]
ICYMI: Island Health influenza and COVID-19 immunization information
This fall’s vaccine ordering started the week of October 2nd, with pick-up starting the week of October 10th in alignment with the provincial campaign. Island Health’s details on ordering, handling, administering, and documenting vaccines are available here and will be updated throughout the season. If you have questions after reviewing the website, please contact your […]
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.
Electronic Health Records for physicians working in multiple locations
If you work in multiple locations, all Island Health results will by default go to whichever location you’ve deemed “primary” – even if the patient was seen somewhere else. To get results to another location, put “CC [name of clinic]” on the requisition form. Results will then go to your primary location and the clinic […]
Learn about Island Health Community Virtual Care
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.
Career opportunity: Medical Director, Associate Physician (AP)
This Island Health part-time position will take ownership of the development and oversight of the new Associate Physician program. For more information, please visit Medical Director, Associate Physician Program (200-1269).
New Medical Lead Senior’s Health – Dr Valerie Ehasoo
Dr Valerie Ehasoo is the new Medical Lead Senior’s Health, Primary and Community Care, at Island Health. Congrats, Dr Ehasoo!
Mental Health Act: New education requirements
Do you regularly and actively admit and/or treat patients who are receiving involuntary psychiatric treatment under the Mental Health Act? If so, Island Health requires you to complete a new, accredited online module by January 31st to obtain new MHA medical certificate. The course can be found on the PHSA Learning Hub (Mental Health Act […]
Re-enrolling patients in Community Virtual Care
Did you know? You can refer patients to Island Health’s Community Virtual Care (formerly Home Health Monitoring) program more than once. If they received CVC for chronic disease self-monitoring (e.g., heart failure, kidney disease) and still need support, they can be re-enrolled.
Urgent Medical Assessment Clinic (UMAC) seeking your feedback
Island Health’s UMAC with sites at RJH and VGH is seeking family physician feedback on your experience in referring patients and any ideas for improvement. Read more and provide feedback
