Medical Staff News
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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.
2025 Annual Physician Count
Rural physicians are asked to complete this year’s Rural Physician Confirmation Survey (Physician Count) by Friday 21 December.
Recognize a Medical Staff Peer!
Submit your peer nominations in advance of the next virtual Medical Staff Forum on Thursday 27 November.
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.
Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 2
Employees working shifts that cover the time change will be paid actual hours worked, not the shift hours.
Register Now: Sustainability Program Update & Planetary Health Awards Announcement
Join us on November 6 for Island Health's Environmental Sustainability Program Update Webinar, where we'll share key updates on sustainability, waste reduction, and climate action efforts from across the organization.
"Why I Immunize" with Kathy MacNeil
Immunization remains an important tool to reduce the impact of influenza and COVID-19 on our health-care facilities and to protect those we care for and ourselves.
Associate Physicians at Island Health
Associate Physicians (APs) help to improve patient care, enhance care team cohesion, and enrich the workforce. Currently, there are 16 APs employed at eight Island Health sites across four program areas: emergency, perinatal, inpatient, and surgery. We spoke with two Island Health APs who shared their experience working in team-based care at NRGH and OHC.