Medical Staff News
News
Retiring in interesting times: Dr. Paul Hasselback reflects on a career in public health
When Dr. Paul Hasselback settled on July 9, 2020 as his retirement date, little did he know that he would be stepping down from his Medical Health Officer (MHO) role during dual public health emergencies: the opioid crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic.
National Physicians’ Day 2020 – Dr. Omar Ahmad
To pay tribute to the many dedicated physicians practicing at Island Health and in honour of National Physicians’ Day, we are profiling some of the doctors leading innovations and delivering high quality service to show the human behind the profession.
Welcome Dr. Alan Andrew, new Department Head and Medical Director of Medical Imaging.
Effective February 1st, 2020 Dr. Andrew assumes the Department Head and Medical Director for Medical Imaging. He will be taking over the reins from Dr. John Mathieson who has served in this role for the past 14 years.
Welcome Dr. Wei-Yi Song Department Head and Island Medical Director of Psychiatry, Mental Health and Substance Use
Effective January 1st, 2020, Dr. Wei-Yi Song assumes the Department Head and Island Medical Director of Psychiatry, Mental Health and Substance Use role.
Welcome Dr. Carol-Ann Saari, new Medical Lead and Division Head, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Effective January 1, 2020 Dr. Carol-Ann Saari will assume the role of Medical Lead and Division Head, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
We Are Island Health
Dr. Bruce Campana, Dr. Omar Ahmad and the South Island Medical Staff Association, through Facility Engagement funding, are pleased to present We Are Island Health.
Recognizing An Excellent Teacher
Congratulations to Dr. Deb Sheinbaum, who was awarded UBC’s Preceptor of the Year for basic clinical year residency training. The award is given in recognition of excellent teaching and preceptorship of residents in training.
New Geo 2 Executive Medical Director - Dr. Ben Williams
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Ben Williams has accepted the position of Executive Medical Director, Geography 2 (Nanaimo, Oceanside, Alberni-Clayoquot); Renal, Trauma, and Oncology Services.