Welcome
The South Island MSA supports and advocates for the Medical Staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital and Victoria General Hospital.
Our vision is to create an engaged medical community at RJH and VGH that works collaboratively with practitioners and our Health Authority partners to optimize quality patient care and provider well-being.
We hope this site will be your reference for news, events, resources, and opportunities, and will help you connect with colleagues and your MSA.

Recent News
Gold Star Awards – Catching up on the good wishes
More Gold Stars, you ask? Yes indeed! Dr. Alex Hoechsmann ...
Socks for Docs 2025 – What a great day!
Friday, June 6th was Socks for Docs Day, a chance to show off your fabulous knitwear and spark conve...
Call for Members! Planetary Health Working Group
In partnership with the South Island Division of Family Practice, the South Island MSA is striking a...
Introducing Strategic Planning Funding
For 2025, a limited amount of funding is available to support South Island-based divisions (or small...
Upcoming Events
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Physician Wellness and Social Committee Meeting
Jun 19, 2025Our Physician Wellness and Social Committee meets quarterly to ensure the well-being of our membersh...
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Dips for Docs!
Jun 21, 2025Are you brr-ave enough to try cold water dipping? Our wonderful local docs will continue hosting oce...
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Lunch in the Lounge
Jul 17, 2025We’re excited to offer our monthly Lunch in the Lounge events! Mark your calendar for the third...
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South Island Physicians’ Walking Group – Matheson Lake Regional Park
Jul 19, 2025It’s always great to get outside – so here’s a chance to connect with fellow physicians and ge...