If you’re interested in learning what you can do to prepare for your future retirement today, join Dr. Lorne Porayko and Doctors of BC for an interactive discussion, entitled “Accumulating Retirement Savings Today.” Dr. Porayko will describe the barriers to accumulating wealth sufficient to fund a comfortable retirement faced by […]
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 […]
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As we continue to develop the South Island MSA website, we wanted to highlight some of the fantastic features of the Members Pages: – Our dedicated Working Group and Wellness and Social Committee have their own pages, complete with details and meeting packages. – Learning sessions, conferences, workshops, and role […]
Read moreSince the last newsletter, the South Island Executive team has changed. Dr. Sarah Brabant has stepped down to enjoy her maternity leave with her new son. We wish Sarah and her family health and happiness! After my appeal for new executive members, I am delighted to report that I have […]
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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As within many large organizations, ‘how we do business’ has a direct impact on our day-to-day operations. Don Milliken recently made a presentation to HAMAC on culture. His discussion paper and presentation posit that culture cannot be a “one-off”: It is important for us all to feel that physician voices […]
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