Monday evening’s Working Group meeting brought together 12 members of our Working Group, partners from Island Health, and support from Doctors of BC to vet and approve 8 physician-led Engagement Projects. Check out some of the work that will be going on over the next year: VIHA Genomics testing medical […]
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As of November 2020, there will be two vacant seats on the South Island MSA Executive, with all positions up for election. Join a forward-thinking, collaborative team that is focused on high impact leadership work! You can expect 1-2 hours per month of meetings/emails, and your time will be compensated. […]
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More than 30 South Island physicians and health care providers gathered virtually on Tuesday night to watch and discuss “Us and Them“. This impactful film explores homelessness through friendships the film maker, Krista Loughton, formed with four Victoria residents. Viewers learned of their pain, trauma, addictions, and day-to-day existence, shedding […]
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There are few opportunities in the course of providing ongoing patient care to step back, identify successes as well as areas for improvement, and develop strategies to meet new challenges with colleagues. The South Island gastroenterologists, led by Dr. Andrew Singh, identified the need for an organized forum, separate from […]
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With fall officially upon us, a couple of important COVID supports have become available: Doctors of BC has announced funding to support the creation of COVID Safety Plans for community-based clinics and offices. Full details here, due by December 31, 2020. The Ministry has created a helpful COVID 19 Fall/Winter […]
Read moreWhen Dr. Gus Chan was asked to join the Pain Management and Opiate Safety Working Group, he was excited to be able to provide input into promoting regional anesthesia as an alternative to opioids and better pain management procedures. He applied to the South Island Medical Staff Association’s Facility Engagement […]
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We’re opening the nominations for our second annual South Island MSA Recognition Awards to recognize members of the medical staff who are significant contributors to our community. Our four categories are tied to the mission of the South Island MSA: Awards for Communications Leadership: Facilitated effective communication between the medical […]
Read moreHuge thanks to Dr. Shauna Tierney and Dr. Elizabeth Crisci for initiating the Hospital at Home work! It is now a cornerstone of the Fall 2020 Provincial Plan moving forward and, more importantly, will be able to support ailing patients where they’re most comfortable. To read more: South Island MSA […]
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If you’re looking to try something new for your health and well-being (or if you’re looking for a resource for patients), Health-e-Steps is an evidence-based program developed through UBC. HealtheSteps
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So much incredible work has been done by members of the South Island Medical Staff – and here’s a chance for recognition! https://medicalstaff.islandhealth.ca/news-events/now-accepting-applications-2020-evidence-practice-awards Good luck to all applicants!
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