Nanaimo Medical Staff Engagement Society
The Nanaimo Medical Staff Engagement Society (NMSES) supports and advocates for the medical staff at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
Our mission is to develop a cohesive, empowered medical staff that engages with Island Health and the community to optimize patient care.
On this website you will find updates, resources, and news relevant to everyone with privileges at NRGH.
Latest News
Project Success: Roots to Read – NRGH Newborn Literacy Program
Congratulations are in order for Dr. Bill Ehman and Dr. Jane Pegg, whose project debut was featured in Nanaimo News Now, Nanaimo News Bulletin & CTV News! See below for a snippet of one article. NANAIMO, British Columbia, June 1, 2022 (NANAIMO NEWS NOW) — “Emphasizing the importance of reading, […]
Read moreNanaimo & District Hospital Foundation’s Longstanding Chief Executive Officer, Janice Perrino, to Retire on June 30, 2022
NANAIMO, British Columbia, March 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation (the “Foundation”) is announcing that its Chief Executive Officer, Janice Perrino, will retire as of June 30, 2022 after nearly six years with the organization. The Foundation has seen some major changes and experienced tremendous growth under […]
Read moreRecognizing Dr. Arun Natarajan: NRGH’s First Head of Cardiology
Dr. Arun Natarajan is presented with a plaque by MSA president Dr. David Coupland, recognizing Arun’s exemplary service to patients and colleagues over the last 7 years, while delivering Cardiology at NRGH and to surrounding communities. The plaque also commemorates Dr. Natarajan as the first head of Cardiology at NRGH. […]
Read moreUpcoming Events
Trauma Rounds
Island Health Trauma Services Resuscitative Thoracotomy: Speaker: Dr. Dennis Kim, Medical Director To learn more, click here for the medical staff calendar.
Read moreCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Physician Wellness Group Training Course – Cohort B
The Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Skills Physician Wellness Group Training Course is an 8-week course designed to provide BC physicians with education and training to support their own mental wellbeing through evidence-based self-management strategies. Secondary benefits include increased awareness of CBT and its clinical applications and training in skills coaching […]
Read moreNavigating Island Health – Medical Leadership Orientation
Medical Leader Orientation Provides an overview of navigating Island Health Medical Leadership. Who should attend – new medical leaders, existing medical leaders and medical staff interested in expanding their knowledge on medical leadership. Speaker: Dr. Keith Menard To register, please contact MedStaffDevelopment@islandhealth.ca To learn more, click here for the Island Health […]
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