Mental Health Act Forms 4.1 and 4.2 will be changing as of Jan 31, 2024. Those who actively support involuntary patients are required to compete Island Health’s provincially approved training, available at learninghub.phsa.ca/Courses/11716. The online module is UBC CME accredited (1 Mainpro+ credit). Estimated time to complete the module is […]
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Dr. Jeff Bishop has been recognized by the UBC Residents with the 2020-21 Off-Service Teaching Award – Congratulations, Jeff! Jeff has been a key member of the team developing a toxidrome protocol for agitated youth, and is now leading some work around pediatric trauma simulations, both supported by South Island […]
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When children present to their family doctor or at the emergency room with a rash on the heels of antibiotic use, they are sometimes labelled as ‘penicillin allergic’. This label, once imposed, is kept for life. Studies estimate that 80% of those labelled as ‘penicillin allergic’ are actually not, yet […]
Read moreLike all physicians, pediatricians face burnout issues, and sometimes struggle to feel connected with colleagues and administration. These stresses can be exacerbated by complex practices involving young high-needs patients. Pediatricians Jennifer Balfour and Lauren Kitney felt that they and their pediatric colleagues could benefit from an opportunity to step-back, assess […]
Read moreRooming-in is the standard of care for healthy babies born at Victoria General Hospital, meaning that they stay in the same room as their mother for the duration of their hospital stay. Babies born to mothers with opioid use disorder should have the same care. However, in a significant portion […]
Read moreHow do you improve your management of critical medical emergencies, if you don’t face them often? This challenge faces most medical departments. Many have pointed to the value of simulation to enable staff and clinicians to practice their skills in a non-critical context. However, logistical and administrative barriers can present […]
Read moreDr. Jennifer Balfour, Dr. Cullen, and their colleagues wanted to find a better way to care for pediatric patients who came through the emergency room and required further follow up. They also knew that undergraduate and post graduate trainees needed to see patients in an environment where they could learn […]
Read moreWe’re introducing a weekly feature, sharing a Success Story from the South Island MSA. Through our Engagement and Quality Improvement Projects, our Physician Wellness and Social Committee, and our everyday activities, there’s a lot to celebrate! So check back every Thursday for some inspiration to help get you through the […]
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