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In Memoriam Dr. Sylvie Argouarch
We are profoundly saddened to announce the tragic passing of Dr. Sylvie Argouarch in Victoria, on August 2nd. She had been involved in a collision with a truck while cycling on July 28th.
WILDFIRE UPDATES: Wesley Ridge
An active wildfire on the north shore of Cameron Lake now covers an area of 538 hectares, according to the B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Using Blood Wisely: the Island Health story 2025
On July 30, Health Quality BC announced the new Choosing Wisely provincial hub for BC. Island Health has already demonstrated a commitment to Choosing Wisely and has maintained designation as a Using Blood Wisely organization since May 2023.
Welcome Dr. Maitreya Patel
Dr. Maitreya is an internationally trained orthopedic surgeon who practiced as independent consultant in orthopedic surgery in India. He will be joining Victoria General Hospital in the operating room and with the surgical 5AB team.
Advancing Appropriate Care Across BC: Choosing Wisely BC
Health Quality BC is excited to lead the new Choosing Wisely provincial hub for BC, a central resource that supports high-quality, evidence-informed care throughout the province.
Cowichan Docs Hike Swuq’us for a Clear View of New CDH
Guided by Dr. Zoe Pullan, members of the Department of Family Practice and their families recently traded hospital corridors for forest trails, spending an evening hiking Swuq’us (Mount Prevost).
LearningHub Not Available on August 12
LearningHub, Island Health's learning management system, will undergo maintenance on Tuesday, August 12 between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. During this time LearningHub will not be available.
Menopause PC Grand Rounds Breaks Attendance Records
On behalf of Dr. Mills, Dr. Cunningham, and Dr. MacDonald, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you for attending our July 15th Primary Care Grand Rounds session on Menopause, this was our best attended session yet! We are especially grateful to Dr. Mills for sharing her time and extensive knowledge on menopause with us.
SBIRT for alcohol use disorder
AMSU (Addiction Medicine and Substance Use) launched the new Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) for Alcohol Use Disorder modules.
The Cutting Edge of Medical Imaging: How AI Improves MRIs
Patients across the Island Health region are benefiting from quicker, higher-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans powered by artificial intelligence (AI) software following successful pilot projects in Nanaimo.