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Recap: First Primary Care Grand Rounds Session of 2026
Thank you for joining us – On behalf of Dr. Tracy Monk, Dr. Cunningham, and Dr. MacDonald, we extend our gratitude to everyone who attended the January 13 Primary Care Grand Rounds session. A special thank you to our presenter for sharing their time and expertise on the important topic of "Using the Pathways Website to Streamline Care.
Access Central – New phone service connects people with Addiction Medicine and substance use care
Island Health will launch a new toll-free phone line January 19 that provides same-day assessment and connection to substance use care, including Addiction Medicine.
Department Head, Medicine
The Department Head is a critical leadership role within Island Health. As the most senior leader of a medical staff department, the Department Head advises the Health Authority Medical Advisory Committee (HAMAC), the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), and the organization to inform strategy and operations.