Sometimes the line between Success Story and Kudos can be blurred, and this is certainly one of those times. The South Island MSA would like to recognize Dr. Wood’s service, compassion, and courage – thank you for providing thoughtful and expert medical care, both in the South Island and around […]
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Island Health has residual Health System Redesign funding available for HA-led physician engagement activities planned during this fiscal year. This funding is available as the result of underspending by project teams that have approved funding for this fiscal year. The estimated amount available at this time is approximately $60,000. A […]
Read moreIsland Health is now providing PowerChart access (view-only) to Medical Office Assistants (MOA) in the community. To ensure MOAs receive community access in a timely manner, please follow the steps below: Prior to requesting MOA access, ensure the responsible community provider(s) already has PowerChart access. If providers do not have […]
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The results of the fourth annual Health Authority Survey by Doctors of BC have been released and can be found here. At this point, results are by Health Authority; site-specific results will be forthcoming.
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This article was originally published on the Island Health intranet, reposted here for your enjoyment! When a person experiences cardiac arrest, paramedics and first responders may use an Automated External Defibrillator to help “re-set” the heart rhythm. Not all cardiac arrests receive a shock, but all AEDs collect important heart […]
Read moreLooking for something different? Island Health is looking for a Temporary Executive Medical Director, Surgical Services. Click here for more details or to apply.
Read moreCongratulations to Dr. Sam Williams for her new role as Department Head of Medicine for Island Health! Read all the details here.
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Applications are currently being accepted for the new Chair of HAMAC. This is an essential role for both the Medical Staff and the Health Authority. Please consider applying. Additionally, Island Health is offering a leadership learning opportunity, Leadership in a Co-Leadership Model. This is a great opportunity to learn with […]
Read moreAt the last MSA meeting , we were informed that iHealth is coming next to the RJH and VGH. (See Dr. Fyfe’s slide presentation here). We were told all the medical leaders in South Island were in favour, the decision was made by the Ministry, and the approach would be […]
Read moreThanks to Health System Redesign funding, there’s lots of terrific work going on up and down Vancouver Island. For the current list of projects, click here. To learn more about HSR projects or funding opportunies, click here.
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