Medical Staff News
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Celebrating Nurse Practitioners at Island Health
Ahead of National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 9-15), we spoke to Lee-Ann Jespersen and Tracey Adams about their practice at the Pender Islands Health Centre.
Save the Date! Medical Staff Forum, Thurs Nov 27
Agenda items include: Medical Leadership Restructure, Medical Staff Rules, Public Health Update and a Q&A.
Recognize a Medical Staff Peer!
Submit your peer nominations in advance of the next virtual Medical Staff Forum on Thursday 27 November.
Razing My Moustache to Raise Money - Dr. Willie Pewarchuk
After 32 years at Cowichan District Hospital, Dr. Willie Pewarchuk is retiring. Everyone who has ever met him will remember his fabulous and well-groomed moustache.
Lady Minto Hospital Celebrates Anniversary of ED Opening
On October 30, staff and supporters gathered to celebrate a meaningful milestone: the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Emergency Department at Lady Minto Hospital.
NRGH a Provincial Leader in Eco-Conscious Surgical Practices
Island Health continues to set the standard for sustainable healthcare through its partnership with the Stryker Sustainability Solutions program. From 2021 to 2025, Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has emerged as a provincial leader in eco-conscious surgical practices.
2025 Annual Physician Count
Rural physicians are asked to complete this year’s Rural Physician Confirmation Survey (Physician Count) by Friday 21 December.
MHO Newsletter: Shigella Flexnari Cluster in Cowichan Valley
A cluster of multidrug-resistant Shigella flexnari has been identified among individuals in the Cowichan Valley.
CARE Course: Learning into Practice in Rural Communities
Collaboration and a quick response highlight the importance of continuing medical education programs in the rural communities we serve.
New Cowichan Urgent and Primary Care Centre Opens
On October 16, with a cool breeze, mixed clouds, and no rain, over 75 people came together to take part in and witness the blessing of the new Cowichan Urgent and Primary Care Centre (Cowichan UPCC) lands and facility.