Amazing things can happen when you have the right people in the right place at the right time. So it was when VMDAS members met in person and online to learn more about patient access to imaging at the association’s May 25th quarterly meeting. The session, hosted by VMDAS President Dr. Adam Meneghetti and entitled Why can’t my patient get a scan? Imaging Access in 2026 and Beyond, featured guests … Read More
VPSA funds project to reduce Rapid Access Geriatric Clinic wait times
One in five British Columbians is a senior; that ratio is projected to rise to 1:4 by 2041. This rapid increase in the age of our population has tremendous implications for our health-care system and nowhere is this felt more than at VGH’s Rapid Access Geriatric Clinic. To help reduce wait times for the clinic, Geriatrician Dr. Mark Fok applied for funding from VPSA’s Small Steps, Big Idea initiative. The … Read More
VPSA funds 26 commensality groups
Commensality groups are known to reduce burnout, decrease depression, and improve job satisfaction. Originally studied and deployed at the Mayo Clinic, these groups are small gatherings of physicians who meet monthly for an hour to discuss issues central to the physician experience. “VPSA ran a successful pilot commensality group program in 2022 and has been funding groups ever since,” said VPSA President Dr. Adam Meneghetti. “We’re pleased to share with … Read More
The power of art to create a healing environment
Imagine entering a hospital where there was no art. Thanks to the work of the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation Art Collection program, the waiting rooms and corridors at Vancouver General Hospital, UBC Hospital and GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre boast over 3,000 works of art that create a warm and welcoming environment for patients as well as staff. The foundation’s Art Program was formed over 20 years ago with the … Read More
Little gestures that make a big difference in patient care
People with substance use disorder make up a significant number of patients admitted to VGH. Substance use disorders and related mental illnesses, behavioural disorders, and stigmatization can present tremendous challenges and barriers to hospital-based care for both patients and staff. These can lead to poor patient experiences, worse outcomes, added medical expenses, and provider workload, frustration, and stress. VPSA’s Substance Use Disorder Patient and Provider Experience Task Group is aiming … Read More