A new intensive care unit in Nanaimo will start taking patients later this month, replacing an aging unit once called one of the worst ICUs in Canada. Click here to read the full article.
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Dear MSA/NMSES members, Upon discussion, the MSA/NMSES Executives have made the hard decision to postpone the February 16th Hello/Goodbye Mingler event due to very low attendance numbers. Thank you to everyone who RSVP’d for the event, we are looking to reschedule sometime in the early spring with the hope that […]
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Congratulations are in order for Dr. Bill Ehman and Dr. Jane Pegg, whose project debut was featured in Nanaimo News Now, Nanaimo News Bulletin & CTV News! See below for a snippet of one article. NANAIMO, British Columbia, June 1, 2022 (NANAIMO NEWS NOW) — “Emphasizing the importance of reading, […]
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NANAIMO, British Columbia, March 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation (the “Foundation”) is announcing that its Chief Executive Officer, Janice Perrino, will retire as of June 30, 2022 after nearly six years with the organization. The Foundation has seen some major changes and experienced tremendous growth under […]
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Dr. Arun Natarajan is presented with a plaque by MSA president Dr. David Coupland, recognizing Arun’s exemplary service to patients and colleagues over the last 7 years, while delivering Cardiology at NRGH and to surrounding communities. The plaque also commemorates Dr. Natarajan as the first head of Cardiology at NRGH. […]
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In January 2020, the Department of Family Practice at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) initiated the Family Doctor of the Day program (FDOD) led by Drs. Kevin Martin and Derek Poteryko, and in collaboration with NRGH leadership and the Nanaimo Medical Staff Engagement Society (NMSES). The FDOD program builds on […]
Read moreGetting a flu shot is particularly important this year, not only for influenza prevention, but to stay healthy while COVID-19 circulates in our communities. Flu shots are available between October 19 and November 13 at participating sites. Pharmacists will immunize staff at scheduled clinics, or you can access the flu […]
Read moreIsland Health is hosting a 5-hour virtual symposium on Friday, November 20, 2020. This event will include an update on Choosing Wisely Canada initiatives at Island Health and engaging breakout sessions to discuss future initiatives and improvement opportunities. Click here to learn more!
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Dear Colleagues, Doctors of BC will be conducting its fifth annual Health Authority Engagement Survey beginning Monday, September 14, 2020 – we’re seeking input on the quality of your engagement and interactions with your health authority and local hospital, including your experiences during the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. I […]
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“An organization of North Island health care advocates demand an independent investigation into Island Health’s awarding of a contract to Vancouver Island Clinical Pathology Consulting Corporation (VICPCC) and its management of the day to day running of the lab in the Campbell River Hospital.” Click here to read the full […]
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