Clinical System and Transformation (CST) is coming to VCH-Vancouver in mid-2020 and VPSA is working to help you prepare. Physicians have many questions about Cerner and how it will affect their work. Several of those issues were raised during the October 8 CST demonstration presented in collaboration with VCH. “We’re six weeks out from St. Paul’s Hospital go live so it’s an exciting time for us,” noted Dr. Eric Grafstein, … Read More
VPSA announces funding stream for new Engagement Accelerator projects
Physicians can apply for up to $20,000 in project funding as part of VPSA’s Engagement Accelerator initiative. Projects must provide opportunities to build relationships and effective communication across the physician community. Ideas for projects must address at least one of VPSA’s priorities by promoting physician engagement and/or improvement of patients’ and providers’ experience of care. The deadline for applications is November 25, 2019. “We are pleased to be funding four … Read More
President’s Update
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