When someone has a complex chronic disease, such as diabetes, cancer or chronic respiratory disease, it can be challenging to manage their health. This is doubly challenging when they lack a regula[...]
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It is well acknowledged that a minority of patients experience a disproportionate amount of morbidity and, as a result, use a disproportionate amount of acute care resources. Dr. Spencer Cleave adv[...]
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The first time a person experiences psychosis can be a challenging, frightening time. The care they receive during this episode can set the stage for all future engagements with the mental health c[...]
Read moreWhen a patient arrives in the hospitals with a health issue, it can take hours to establish, through tests, where the problem lies. However, this can be expedited if hospitalists can perform ultras[...]
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A Code Blue indicates a critical cardiac arrest is underway and requires immediate, expert responses from all involved in the patient’s care. When staff do not have the chance to practice and par[...]
Read moreWhen someone injures themselves on the job, they are eligible for health care like anyone else. However, unlike other types of patients, Worksafe BC covers the costs of their treatment. Accurately [...]
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Good communication and relationships are key to effective medicine – between providers and patients as well as amongst providers. In order to strengthen the connections between palliative care an[...]
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Echocardiograms are one of the most commonly ordered cardiac diagnostic investigations, yet there are not many opportunities for those involved in ordering, administering and interpreting them to g[...]
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Dr. 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 [...]
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[...]
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