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Island Health Medical Staff Bulletin
In this September issue, you'll find information on IHealth updates, Addiction Medicine Leadership Team, Medical Leadership Spotlight, Doctors of BC, Truth & Reconciliation in Health Care and more.
Rural Voices Gathering - Nov 20 & 27
The Rural Voices Gathering will be held virtually via Zoom on November 20 and 27th, with local, in-person community discussion groups to meet between the virtual dates. Registration is free and open to anyone living, working or providing services to a rural, remote, First Nations or Métis community in British Columbia.
Final Call: Secure your spot for our Climate Change & Planetary Health Conference
Join the climate action at Island Health!
“Cool, Calm and Prepared” Vibe as VGH & GRH Go Live with CPOE
On September 14, VGH and Gorge Road Health Centre successfully launched their Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) system. Executive Director Gillian Kozinka praised the teamwork behind the smooth transition, while Dr. Chloe Lemire-Elmore noted the immediate improvements in patient care and efficiency.
Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Balfour
Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Balfour on receiving the Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Leadership and Service.
Dr. Chris Morrow appointed as UBC CPD Executive Medical Director
UBC CPD is pleased to welcome Dr. Chris Morrow as Executive Medical Director on Sept. 6.
Province Launches Opioid Treatment Access (OTA) Line
We are pleased to share a significant development in the ongoing effort to support individuals dealing with Opioid Use Disorder across British Columbia. The Province has recently launched the Opioid Treatment Access Line (OTA), a new initiative designed to provide a starting point to get connected to care.
Medical Leadership Updates from Dr. Ben Williams
Island Health is working to improve its medical leadership structure, focusing on role clarity, co-leadership, governance, FTE allocation, compensation policies, and support for onboarding and development. This effort will be collaborative, with input from medical staff and regular updates.
Addiction Medicine Fellowship Training Available
Each year, the BCCSU welcomes dozens of Fellows to the Interdisciplinary Clinical Addition Fellowship program— the largest of its kind in North America. The program provides training to physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, pharmacists, and researchers to recognize, treat, and support patients with substance use disorders.
Apology for harms caused to Indigenous Peoples
On September 18, the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) will apologize for its role, and the role of the medical profession, in the harms caused to Indigenous Peoples in the health system, both through action and inaction.