by Robyn Ellsworth, Rural Research Administrative Assistant, RCCbc Island Node The Rural Coordination Centre of BC, in partnership with Island Health, has added another dynamic team to its ever-growing roster of health care supports. The Island Node is here to empower rural physicians to transform health care in their communities. … Continue reading
Submitted by UBC Rural CPD The physicians who generously offer their time, skills, and knowledge to support their rural colleagues are the backbone of UBC RCPD’s Coaching and Mentoring Program (CAMP). We recognize the vital contribution of our mentor/coaches and the challenges they face, and we help them to feel confident in their role by providing enhanced supports and ongoing learning … Continue reading
Submitted by UBC Continuing Professional Development The Shuswap North Okanagan Division of Family Practice, Interior Health and UBC CPD are proud to announce the 3rd iteration of this conference (formerly called the Residential Care Refresher) for healthcare providers involved in long-term residential care. The cost to register this year is … Continue reading
Dr. Trina Larsen Soles is inviting rural and regional BC physicians, allied healthcare professionals and healthcare administrators to help identify key issues and provide feedback on a variety of proposed improvements for the BC patient transport system at a Rural Patient Transport workshop being held in Nanaimo on Friday, May … Continue reading
Are you planning to join us in Nanaimo for fantastic networking with your rural colleagues and interesting and interactive rural CME/CPD? If you haven’t registered for the BC Rural Health Conference and/or the Rural Locum Forum yet, make sure you do so before the online registration portal closes on Tuesday, … Continue reading
The Joint Standing Committee on Rural Issues (JSC) is pleased to announce funding for physicians who are providing – or considering to provide – locum services in rural BC communities to attend the Rural Locum Forum to be held in Nanaimo on May 24, 2019. The following financial support will … Continue reading
The 2019 Rural Locum Forum has something to offer everyone interested in rural locuming in BC. For those who are experienced locums, it offers the opportunity to network and connect with peers, colleagues, and medical leaders to share information and learnings. For physicians new to rural medicine or who are … Continue reading
submitted by UBC CPD Starting in a rural practice is exciting, but with the initial joy and excitement may come challenges. This passage into practice, especially in the early months, can be eased by formally enhancing or adding support and coaching from your rural peers. UBC’s Division of Rural Continuing … Continue reading
The BC Rural Health Conference is returning to the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo on May 24-26! Registration is open now – sign up and receive the early bird rate – a savings of up to $100 for physicians. Seating is limited for select sessions, workshops, and pre-courses … Continue reading
There are several courses that will be offered in the days leading up to the BC Rural Health Conference being held in Nanaimo, BC on May 24-26. Offerings this year will include: The CARE Course – Wednesday and Thursday, May 22 + 23 | 8:00 am – 6:00 pm This … Continue reading