News
November 21, 2024
The First Surgical Robot Has Landed at RJH
This robot is one innovation in VHF's newly launched campaign, It's Time for Surgical Innovation, which has brought together an entire team of people and departments to make this vision a reality. The $17 million goal will help fund the da Vinci surgical robot and a suite of 50 best-in-class surgical instruments to bring more minimally invasive care to the Island in the divisions of ENT, general surgery, gynecology, ophthalmology, and urology.
November 21, 2024
Island Health Medical Staff Bulletin
In this October issue, you'll find information on the upcoming Medical Staff Forum, VP training, Engagement Opportunity: Anti-Racism Position Statement, Medical Staff/SI-MSA Co-President Spotlight and more.
November 19, 2024
Virtual Event: Using Labs Wisely for Patients & Planet
There's still time to register for "Using Labs Wisely for Patients & Planet" on Friday, December 6.
November 19, 2024
11 Ways IHealth is Improving Patient Safety and Quality of Care
As the IHealth team and partners continue to roll out advanced functions of the electronic health record (EHR) across the region, we looked at 11 ways this multi-year project contributes to safer, quality patient care and a better experience for care teams.
November 15, 2024
Celebrating Nurse Practitioners Week
Nurse Practitioners Week (November 10th to 16th) is held annually to recognize the vital role that Nurse Practitioners play in our healthcare system. This week, we celebrate the dedicated and growing number of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) for their profound impact in primary care, and beyond.
November 13, 2024
Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week, November 10-16, 2024
Nurse Practitioner Week is held annually to celebrate nurse practitioners (NPs) and the contributions that they make across Canadian healthcare systems.
November 13, 2024
Island Health Funding Available for BCCSU Addiction Medicine Courses
Physicians and nurse practitioners interested in expanding their Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) knowledge and/or accessing training to become an OAT prescriber can apply for funding.
November 13, 2024
Video – Island Health’s Climate Change & Planetary Health Conference
On September 26, Island Health held its first Climate Change & Planetary Health Conference at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo. More than 200 staff, medical staff and leaders from across the organization attended this special gathering—an encouraging turnout, given that taking action on climate change is one of Island Health's top priorities, and a key part of our Strategic Framework and Annual Plan.
November 12, 2024
CHBC Respiratory Season 2024-2025
With the 2024-2025 respiratory illness season in effect, Child health BC encourages health-care providers to leverage the following resources in support of patient care.
November 12, 2024
Educational Webinars about the BC Mental Health Act
The Mental Health Act Minutes are news monthly virtual webinars that occur on the second Thursday of each month. Hosted by the MHA Resource Team and special guest-experts, the webinars are for all staff and medical staff whose work involves the BC Mental Health Act.