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… Continue Reading
Are you an NRGH staff member with short-term housing available for locum physicians? If so, please contact NMSES to be put on a list to get connected to potential tenants. Please note that NMSES will only facilitate initial contact between… Continue Reading
In January 2020, the Department of Family Practice at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) initiated the Family Doctor of the Day program (FDOD) led by Drs. Kevin Martin and Derek Poteryko, and in collaboration with NRGH leadership and the Nanaimo… Continue Reading
Getting a flu shot is particularly important this year, not only for influenza prevention, but to stay healthy while COVID-19 circulates in our communities. Flu shots are available between October 19 and November 13 at participating sites. Pharmacists will immunize… Continue Reading
Island Health is hosting a 5-hour virtual symposium on Friday, November 20, 2020. This event will include an update on Choosing Wisely Canada initiatives at Island Health and engaging breakout sessions to discuss future initiatives and improvement opportunities. Click here… Continue Reading
Dear Colleagues, Doctors of BC will be conducting its fifth annual Health Authority Engagement Survey beginning Monday, September 14, 2020 – we’re seeking input on the quality of your engagement and interactions with your health authority and local hospital, including… Continue Reading
“An organization of North Island health care advocates demand an independent investigation into Island Health’s awarding of a contract to Vancouver Island Clinical Pathology Consulting Corporation (VICPCC) and its management of the day to day running of the lab in… Continue Reading
In an effort to ease the burden on HealthLink 811, B.C. has set up a dedicated COVID-19 line at 1-888-COVID19 or text at 1-888-268-4319. Read more about COVID-19 symptoms here: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19
November 29, 2019 Business Cost Premium Dear Colleagues, Among the significant challenges facing physicians in BC are the rent, lease, or ownership costs associated with running a community-based office. To offset some of these costs and to provide financial relief… Continue Reading
The following has been sent to all Island Health staff, medical staff and volunteers on behalf of Kathy MacNeil, President & CEO December 2, 2019 Certain news announcements can be bittersweet. This is one of those announcements. Dr Jeremy Etherington… Continue Reading
