We are accepting project applications until 5 pm on Monday, January 28th. Looking for inspiration? Check out the stories of some completed projects, posted weekly on Success Story Thursday. Project-specific questions can be directed to projects@southislandmsa.ca. If you’re having difficulties accessing the application form, please contact info@southislandmsa.ca.
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Did you know that $100 per physician has been set aside for engagement by department? The Gastroenterologists did, and they used some of it to share a meal and discuss how they, as a Division, could solve some of their most pressing challenges. According to Dr. Al Buckley, “We established […]
Read moreWe know you have great ideas about how to make things better…share them with us! We’re seeking your ideas about: – Supporting physicians who work at RJH and VGH – Supporting physicians’ involvement in decision-making – Increasing physicians’ involvement – Developing a meaningful physicians’ voice – Creating opportunities for physicians […]
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Two wonderful wellness workshops await your registration! Dr. Mark Sherman’s well-regarded Physician Heal Thyself series will be held at VGH on Monday evenings beginning October 29th, continuing for 8 weeks. Dinner will be provided by the South Island MSA. $325 per MSA participant, partners welcome. $475 for non-MSA members. Register […]
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The First Annual South Island MSA Family Fun Run and BBQ was held on Sunday, September 9 at Cadboro-Gyro Park. Despite the grey skies (and occasional downpours!), there was no end of fun to be had by the 143 attendees, which included South Island physicians, grandparents, and infants. Huge thanks […]
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The South Island MSA’s Social and Wellness Committee wants to help you make summer last a little bit longer… Join your colleagues and their families on Sunday, Sept 9 for a Family BBQ and Fun Run: – Meet at 11 am at the BC Cancer Agency for a 5 km […]
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Learning or leading? Whichever one you’re in the mood for, your Physician Wellness and Social Committee has you covered! Learning: We are pleased to announce that Dr. Mark Sherman’s well-regarded Physician Heal Thyself workshop has been arranged for South Island MSA members. This 8-week learning opportunity will be held at […]
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Since November 2016, the South Island MSA has approved and funded 86 different Engagement and Quality improvement projects, and we’re looking to support more! Thanks to these grants, our facility-based physicians have worked with each other, made positive changes to their workplace, and created opportunities for further improvements. Applications are […]
Read moreThe inaugural event hosted by the South Island MSA’s Social and Wellness Committee saw nearly 100 physicians come together to learn about “Physician Financial Independence” from Drs. Paul and Jane Healey. These Ontario physicians shared invaluable information during their presentation and the Q&A session, but Victoria area docs found the […]
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Don Milliken has been visiting various Departments to educate physician members about the role of the MSA in our hospital/health authority system, and to share the news that SI-FEI funds have been allocated to support departmental engagement. Please contact Don directly at president@southislandmsa.ca to invite him to your next departmental […]
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