Real-Time Virtual Support is extending a warm welcome to Dr. Scot Mountain, who is joining the team as a new Critical Care pathway lead. The physician has both Family Medicine and Intensivist experience in a rural setting, making him an ideal lead for this pathway. Dr. Mountain grew up in … Continue reading
Providers in rural, remote and Indigenous communities are commending the support they are getting from Pediatricians who are members of the Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) team. RTVS pathways were rolled out in April 2020, in part, as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal was to enhance health equity … Continue reading
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact rural and remote regions in northern BC at a disproportionate rate compared with the rest of the province. Over the fall and winter, more than 100 patients have had to be transferred out of Northern Health to hospitals with more ICU capacity. The vast … Continue reading
Rural healthcare providers are benefiting from some Point of Care Ultrasound guidance at drop-in sessions led by Dr. Virginia Robinson. The virtual sessions are run through Real-Time Virtual Support Zoom rooms every Wednesday from noon to 1pm Pacific. It is an opportunity for anyone to join and learn about … Continue reading
Resident RTVS Rounds The next edition of Resident RTVS Rounds, which is aimed at physician residents in rural British Columbia (BC), is entitled, “Snapshot of Rural Maternity”. Dr. Suzanne Campbell will offer guidance on what it’s like to provide maternity services in a rural setting. The talk will take place … Continue reading
Technology has allowed rural healthcare providers to improve patient care in their communities—but there are still gaps because of a lack of infrastructure. Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS), which can incorporate Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) virtually, among other services made possible by fast internet connections, have been important tools for rural providers in the past few years, … Continue reading
A hospital’s Emergency Room was able to stay open, thanks to the work of Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) physicians. Doctors from the Emergency RUDi (Rural Urgent Doctor in-aid) pathway have just wrapped up a 10-shift stint in Dawson Creek where they provided support to nurses working night shifts. The RUDi … Continue reading
“Virtual providers” with the Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) pathways provide free and friendly advice to physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and midwives in rural, remote and First Nations communities across British Columbia (BC). Since their launch in response to the COVID-19 pandemic last year, RTVS pathways are fast replacing old barriers … Continue reading
There are two new Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) pathways available for BC healthcare providers supporting rural, remote and Indigenous communities who are seeking just-in-time advice and compassionate support. CHARLiE – pediatrics (Child Health Advice in Real Time Electronically) Through the Child Health Advice in Real Time Electronically (CHARLiE) pathway, rural physicians, nurse practitioners and nurses can reach out … Continue reading