Even though this may be outdated by the time you read this, at the time of writing (Tuesday afternoon) it seems current. Over the last weekend, I have written 4 different versions, each outdated by the time they were proofread.… Continue Reading
We’re collecting a number of wellness resources to support you – keep checking back! Mindful Mondays The South Island MSA will be offering weekly virtual Mindful Monday sessions through April and May. Email us to be put on the reminder… Continue Reading
The South Island FEI Working Group has approved limited funding to support physician engagement activities in preparation for COVID-19 clinical requirements. Please also see further details from the President here. What CAN be funded? Please remember we are bound by… Continue Reading
Shared by Dr. Shavaun MacDonald (thank you!) Three Questions: 1. Is there a rule (law or policy) that tells me what to do? Follow it. 2. Can I do something to defer making a decision right now? Do that. 3.… Continue Reading
1. Communications First, apologies for our communication mix-up last week. While advocating for better communication from Medical and Academic Affairs, it gets egg over our face when we also confuse the issue. The evening bulletins sent out from Medical and… Continue Reading
Dear Doctors, I am writing on behalf of the IMP students to offer support to physicians who may be in need of help with activities such as child-care, pet-care, and groceries. Though Victoria has not been affected by COVID-19 too… Continue Reading
We are living in extraordinary times, which will surely bring out the best in our medical staff, individually and collectively. Here are some ways to recognize successes that you witness as we work together: Kudos can always be shared at… Continue Reading
At the Executive meeting last week, the decision was not to hold an in-person meeting of the MSA to discuss Covid-19 and its implications for the medical staff. Getting all the doctors together in one room at the start of… Continue Reading
South Island Physicians have been hard at work on their engagement and quality improvement projects, making changes that impact on the quality of patient care. They have also been getting their hard work into print. Two South Island Physician groups… Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
