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BIPOC Physician Support Group – Registration Now Open!
The Physician Health Program BIPOC Peer Support Group is returning in 2025! This free, virtual series is facilitated by Drs. Anne Nguyen and Rahul Gupta and will consist for 4 weekly sessions that...
What Activities and Perks Would Make 2025 Exciting for You?
Help shape programs and perks that you'll love to see in 2025! From cold water dips to workshops to recreation discounts, let us know what excites you most by sharing your interests. Complete this...
Streamlining Interventional Radiology: New Updates and Easier Access on Pathways
In response to your feedback with the Care Transitions Specialist Referrals project, Pathways has created a separate clinic profile for Interventional Radiology at RJH and VGH. Fax a consult letter...
Access Funded Professional Development Opportunities – Apply Now!
Is there a subject area you're eager to explore or a course you've been wanting to take? The South Island Division is offering up to $1,000 per member for professional development opportunities....
Division Dispatch – December 3, 2024
The Divisions Dispatch is a bi-monthly e-newsletter informing local division members and their staff about important news, policy changes, practice supports, and conferences/events. December 3, 2024...
Important Changes to Imaging Services
Island Health has recently implemented changes to reduce the backlog of imaging referrals: (1) A new requisition for CT, X-Ray, Ultrasound, Breast Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, or Angio exam (also on...
Are you CPoCUS or EDE1 Certified?
Dr. Caleb Dusdal is a local physician who is leading the new ultrasound course for the Family Medicine Residents in Victoria and Duncan, which is in need of instructors! To show the versatility of...
Congratulations to Dr. Spencer Cleave – 2024 Tom Bailey Award Recipient!
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Spencer Cleave has been awarded the 2024 Dr. Tom Bailey Award! Congratulations and a resounding thank you for all your contributions and dedication in our...
Clinic Visit – Connect with Our New Executive Director and Board Co-Chairs
Our Executive Director, Paul and Board Co-Chairs, Dr. Alex Kilpatrick and Dr. Mark Sherman, are extending an offer to meet with clinics in-person or virtually for an open discussion and to discuss...
Welcome to Our New Executive Director!
We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Paul Gudaitis aboard the South Island Division of Family Practice team as Executive Director. We look forward to his innovative and impactful work for our members and...
Division Dispatch – Oct 17, 2024
The Divisions Dispatch is a bi-monthly e-newsletter informing local division members and their staff about important news, policy changes, practice supports, and conferences/events. October 17, 2024...
Divisions Dispatch – Oct 3, 2024
The Divisions Dispatch is a monthly e-newsletter informing local division members and their staff about important news, policy changes, practice supports, and conferences/events. October 3, 2024 In...
Member-Only Discount on RxFiles Subscription
We’re preparing to renew our discounted annual subscription to RxFiles! While we finalize the details, please confirm your interest in participating in the new subscription and we'll send you...
Divisions Dispatch – Sept 18, 2024
The Divisions Dispatch is a twice-monthly e-newsletter informing local division members and their staff about important news, policy changes, practice supports, and conferences/events. September 18,...
New Job Opportunity – New Roads Therapeutic Recovery Community Program
The New Roads Therapeutic Recovery Community, which is a program of Our Place Society is looking for a physician to support two long-term addictions programs located in View Royal. The men's program...
Division Dispatch – September 4, 2024
The Divisions Dispatch is a twice-monthly e-newsletter informing local division members and their staff about important news, policy changes, practice supports, and conferences/events. September 4,...
Unlocking Community Health Services: Essential Support for Patient-Centered Care
Join us on Wednesday, October 2 (5:30-8:30pm) for an interactive learning session to explore the full spectrum of services offered by Island Health Community Health Services (CHS), including...
Dips for Docs – Extended!
Are you brr-ave enough to try cold water dipping? Dr. Mark Sherman will continue hosting ocean dipping get-togethers this fall. First-timers get a t-shirt or toque! Saturdays, 9am at Cordova Bay...
Free Zoom License for Family Physicians
Doctors of BC and the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) have partnered to provide free zoom licenses for family physicians, nurse practitioners, and specialists. Complete the application...
Division Dispatch – August 21, 2024
The Divisions Dispatch is a twice-monthly e-newsletter informing local division members and their staff about important news, policy changes, practice supports, and conferences/events. August 21,...
New province-wide Opioid Treatment Access Line provides same-day access to care
The Province has introduced a telephone-based Opioid Treatment Access Line to streamline access to life-saving medication for opioid-use disorder and facilitate same-day care. Individuals seeking...
Virtual Mindful Mondays
The South Island MSA is offering Virtual Mindful Mondays for physicians in Greater Victoria. This is a physician-only place to gather, chat, and connect. September 16, 8-9pm with Dr. Mark Sherman...
What is your preferred specialist referral acknowledgement?
We want to hear from you! In coordination with the Victoria Division of Family Practice, please let us know what you feel would improve specialist referral processes. If you can only receive one...
The next stage in FPSC’s support for inpatient care
Circulated by FPSC on June 7, 2024 The delivery of inpatient care by family physicians is a foundational component of our healthcare system, especially in small and mid-sized hospitals that rely on...
Become a trained peer supporter!
Do you want to learn how to make a meaningful difference in your colleagues's lives, develop your communication skills, and help foster a culture of caring? Get trained as a peer support and join...
Urban Locum Program celebrates 9 new grads!
The Urban Locum Program (ULP) is celebrating nine new family physician graduates on its locum team. Are you a host physician with a graduating family physician at your clinic who is a part of the...
Dr. Thomas Bailey Memorial Award – Applications Now Open!
The Dr. Thomas M. Bailey Award was created in honour of Tom Bailey and recognizes some of his greatest qualities: excellence in leadership, care, consideration, and kindness shown to all....
Board of Directors – Call for Nominations Now Open
The time is here! Contribute your voice, leadership, and experience to the South Island Division. Our Board of Directors is looking to fill 3 seats in the upcoming election (term begins November...