The Trust Initiative is a provincial- level research project that one of the Island Health researcher/scientific advisors that works with the Quality portfolio is running. They are particularly looking for the physician voice – please consider completing a 10 minute survey to ensure they have it! Link here: https://trustinitiative.ca/ What […]
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Two quick topics: 1. Lunch in the Lounge is TODAY at both RJH and VGH. Drop in between 11:30 and 1:00 to enjoy a casual lunch with colleagues. 2. We’ve heard people are having troubles accessing links in the newsletter when using an Island Health computer. Thanks for letting us […]
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The South Island MSA supports and advocates for medical professionals at Royal Jubilee Hospital and Victoria General Hospital. In 2022, more than 60% of our 1,200 members were involved in our work. We leverage $500,000 in annual funding through the Facility Engagement Initiative to support and fund physician-led Engagement Projects, […]
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On December 7th, the site director’s Hayley Bos and Brian Mc Ardle, the Chiefs of Staff at VGH and RJH respectively, were guests of honour at the MSA’s Virtual Doctor’s Lounge. We are grateful for their generosity in speaking about their roles and about their visions for their sites. We […]
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Looking for something new to try? Here are a few ideas: Fostering Resilience for Health Professionals – November 5 and 6 Dr. Mark Lau and Dr. Andrea Grabovac are running a 2-day mindfulness-based workshop online through Hollyhock. This course is certified for 9 hrs of CFPC Mainpro+ Group Learning credits. […]
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A number of changes have happened in the Division of Urology: Two of its membership retired unexpectedly, sexual medicine practitioners have been included as part of the care team, and infertility care has been added to its slate. Drs. Nathan Hoag and Jeff McCracken felt the time was right for […]
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Monday evening’s Working Group meeting brought together 12 members of our Working Group, partners from Island Health, and support from Doctors of BC to vet and approve 8 physician-led Engagement Projects. Check out some of the work that will be going on over the next year: VIHA Genomics testing medical […]
Read moreWith nearly 900 physicians and two physical sites, it’s a challenge to keep our members up to date on events, issues, and opportunities. We hope that this website gives you current information, valuable resources, and a comfortable place to work virtually together with your MSA colleagues. Send any feedback or […]
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