Three members have stepped up to be part of the VMDAS and VPSA boards. Their names will be included on the slate for members’ consideration at the December 12 AGM. Dr. Adam Meneghetti is standing for treasurer, Dr. Deborah Miller for secretary, and Dr. Fahreen Dossa as a member at large. Dr. Meneghetti is an Associate Division Head of General Surgery and an Assistant Program Director for the General Surgery … Read More
Diversity survey report establishes baseline DEI data
In fall 2020 the VCH Medical Staff Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee surveyed members to establish baseline DEI data. Over 15 per cent of VCH’s medical staff (475 respondents) took part; their contributions have provided rich qualitative data. The survey’s purpose was to ensure information is available to better support VCH physicians, nurse practitioners, midwives, and dentists to guide DEI efforts. Themes drawn from the survey have informed both the … Read More
Small Steps, Big Idea funding helps take projects to the next level
VPSA-funded projects are allowing physicians and their colleagues to advance patient care while building collegial relationships. Small Steps, Big Idea funds new initiatives as well as providing follow-up funding for projects being conducted in stages. One phased project is Understanding Healthcare Provider and Patient Experiences with Emergency Department Suboxone led by Dr. Jessica Moe. Phase 2 of the project is gathering stakeholder feedback, while also prioritizing planning for sustainability. Dr. … Read More
Anti-racism engagement at VCH
Racism in health care has a significant impact on you, your colleagues and patient outcomes. Racism and discrimination have impacts on staff mental and physical health and, in turn, affects the ability of staff to provide quality care to patients and clients. Through open and honest dialogue at our in-person and online engagement sessions and data from the engagement survey, we are gathering your feedback and ideas on actions we can … Read More
EPIC Task Group’s work highlighted at peer-to-peer learning session
The innovative work being done by members of the Engaging Physicians in Indigenous Cultural (EPIC) Safety Task Group was highlighted at a recent Doctors of BC Facility Engagement Initiative peer-to-peer knowledge sharing roundtable. Physicians from across the province gathered virtually to hear about the task group’s work as well as from other medical professionals working towards cultural safety. EPIC Task Group members Dr. Kendall Ho, Lori Quinn and Anne-Marie Jamin … Read More