VPSA has made great strides in encouraging physician engagement within the Vancouver Community of Care over the last few years, but there is always room for improvement. We have been reviewing ways to support moving our association forward—things that will increase engagement and attendance of members on VPSA committees as well as decrease barriers for emerging ideas. Over the summer, Dr. York Hsiang, VPSA’s new managing director, members of the … Read More
VGH hub will allow for “better patient care and physician satisfaction”
The Physician Hub for Engagement and Wellness (PHEW) at VGH holds the promise of better health care. That sentiment was echoed by all the speakers at the PHEW’s official opening recently. VPSA members gathered in the hub for this special occasion, which celebrated the culmination of several years’ work. The PHEW had been identified as a priority for VPSA members who work at VGH. Health care organizations have also come … Read More
President’s Update
September always feels like a time for new beginnings and with the events we’ve lined up for the fall there are many opportunities for you to get involved with your medical staff association and meet your colleagues. This includes participating in VPSA at a decision-making level as part of our Engagement Working Group. The Engagement Working Group will be akin to the cabinet of the VPSA. We’re making some changes … Read More
A conference by clinicians, for clinicians
On November 2, join health care professionals and leaders in a conversation about emerging trends and technologies in emergency care It’s no secret that technology is evolving at a faster pace than ever before. From constant mobile updates to smartphone apps to sensors and wearables, digital tools are helping us do our work, or allowing us to do more, differently—and creating new opportunities for innovation in health care. On November … Read More
PHEW to provide gathering place for physicians working at VGH
The work of a physician is stressful. They work long hours in emotionally charged situations. They often feel they have no quiet space where they can restore their energy or interact with colleagues in a supportive environment. A place to gather has been a top priority for VPSA members working at VGH and that goal is about to be realized. The brand-new Physician Hub for Engagement and Wellness (PHEW) opens … Read More