News
September 25, 2024
Apply to the Rural Physician Research Grant Program
The Rural Physician Research Grant Program empowers rural physicians to advance rural health through innovative research projects. The program is funded by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC. Awards of up to $10,000 are available for 1-year projects.
September 24, 2024
Accreditation Canada 2024 Survey Results
The results from the Sequence 2 survey, which took place March 10-15, 2024, are now available, and we are pleased to announce that Island Health has received Accredited Status from Accreditation Canada.
September 23, 2024
Let's Talk about MAiD: Online Lunch & Learn Series
Come join in our informal conversations about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) that will enable you to provide safe, competent and ethical nursing care to patients requesting MAiD and their support people. Wednesdays, October 16 – November 13, 2024, 12:00–1:00 pm.
September 19, 2024
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.
September 19, 2024
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.
September 18, 2024
Final Call: Secure your spot for our Climate Change & Planetary Health Conference
Join the climate action at Island Health!
September 18, 2024
“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.
September 16, 2024
Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Balfour
Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Balfour on receiving the Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Leadership and Service.
September 16, 2024
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.
September 13, 2024
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.