The Rapid Access to Consultative Expertise (RACE) is a novel strategy used to improve patient care. It is a shared advice phone line connecting family physicians and specialists across British Columbia.
The RACE program is accessible through a mobile app (RACEapp+), web browser, or by calling 604-696-2131. The hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm.
To access a list of specialities on Vancouver Island, please click here.
RACE Provides:
- An opportunity to speak directly with Specialists
- Timely guidance and advice
- Assistance with the plan of care
- Learning opportunities
- Enhanced ability to manage the patient in your office
- Calls returned within 2 hours and commonly within 1 hour
- CME credit through “Linking Learning to Practice”
RACE Does Not Provide:
- Appointment booking
- Arranging transfer
- Arranging for labratory or diagnostic investigations
- Informing the referring physician of results of diagnostic investigations
- Arranging a hospital bed
For direct support related to the RACE program, please email race@providencehealth.bc.ca or call 604-696-2131 (ext. 0).