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
On February 25th 2020 general and specialist physicians, allied health professionals, and others interested in promoting engagement and quality improvement in health gathered in Vancouver for the Joint Collaborative Committees’ “Creating Connections for Health” conference. The event was an opportunity… 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
Outside, it was a cold, rainy, February night, but inside Perro Negro, you could feel warmth, collegiality, and camaraderie. Many of the 19 physicians who joined our inaugural Story Rounds event (based on Stanford Medical’s Live Storytelling Series for doctors)… Continue Reading
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 advanced an ambitious plan to generate a High Complexity Care… Continue Reading
When 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 identifying a patient presentation as Worksafe-related ensures that the… Continue Reading
Physicians are often challenged by ethical issues while providing care for patients. Should a patient’s care plan be respected over and above the wishes of their family members? Should a patient’s actions be interpreted as a more accurate reflection of… Continue Reading
This Success Story concludes our weekly series recognizing South Island MSA Annual Award Winners. Inspired? Please nominate a colleague who has made a difference! Our final award of the night is for Collaborative Leadership, honouring those who have partnered with… Continue Reading
This Success Story is a continuation of our weekly series recognizing South Island MSA Annual Award Winners. Our next award of the evening is for Community Leadership, someone who has fostered physician-to-physician relationships to improve professional and collegial bonds. For… Continue Reading
This Success Story is a continuation of our weekly series recognizing South Island MSA Annual Award Winners. A multidisciplinary team of clinicians has been nominated by Dr. Chris Hall for its contributions towards Innovative Leadership in Victoria. I am pleased… Continue Reading
