Worksafe BC Re-allocation in ER
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 [...]
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Specialist Presentations at Hospitalist Rounds
How do physicians create opportunities to learn from each other when everyone’s schedules are busy with patient care? Occasions to ‘bump into’ one another are fewer now than in the past, when[...]
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Dr. Jason Wale hoped that, by creating an emergency room dermatology referral form, patients he saw on shift would be able to access this specialist care quickly. Because dermatologists don’t w[...]
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Paracentesis Process Improvement
Dr. Jody Anderson knew there had to be a better way of helping patients who need recurrent paracentesis.
By bringing together physicians from radiology, internal medicine, oncology, palliati[...]
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“Screenagers” – A Family Event
Dr. Fred Voon hosted an evening event and screening of ‘Screenagers,’ to launch a conversation about technology use by children, young and old. With a full house of 65 attendees, physicians[...]
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Thomas Splint Educational Video
Dr. Jason Wale saw an opportunity to improve the care of patients with femur fractures. To improve their transfer and transport, especially from other Island locations, a Thomas Splint can be use[...]
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