JCC pre-Forum 2019 - The Power of Togetherness Registration Now Open and filling up fast!

Quality Forum filling up fast – register now to avoid disappointment!

If you’re planning on attending the JCC pre-Forum ‘‘The Power of Togetherness’ on Feb 26th, as well as the Quality Forum on Feb 27/28, we recommend registering now – the Quality Forum is already more than half sold! 

Whether you’re planning to attend just one day or all three, take this opportunity to book your spot at the JCC Pre-Forum – ‘The Power of Togetherness’ - and to sign-up for the Quality Forum on Feb 27 & 28. Register here for all events. Please note, you’ll be sent a link to pick your JCC breakout sessions, early in the new year.

Our JCC day on Feb 26 offers the opportunity for you to join your colleagues and health care partners, to delve into the nuts and bolts of a wide range of featured projects supported by the JCCs across the province.  You’ll learn what worked, what didn’t, what’s needed for spread and sustainability, what resources can be shared to save time and avoid duplication, and practical strategies for success. Learn more about the day and our keynote speaker here.

Registration, travel and sessional fees will be sponsored by the JCCs for all three days, including Health Talks, for any practicing physician registering for the JCC pre-Forum. Physicians attending this event are also eligible for sponsorship to Health Talks and the Forum’s main two days of programming. Please contact JCC@doctorsofbc.ca to receive your sponsorship code.

Storyboard abstracts highlighting your JCC work are still being accepted. Please submit your abstract by December 19th here.

Pallium Canada LEAP MINI course

The Oceanside Division of Family Practice and the BC College of Family Physicians are pleased to provide the Pallium Canada LEAP MINI course to Oceanside. This 1-day course is certified for 16.5 Mainpro+ credits – note that all pre and post exercises must be completed to claim these credits, no partial credit will be provided. 
Date:  Saturday, January 19th, 2019
Place:  Qualicum Beach Inn

This course has a maximum number of participants, and spots are getting snapped up very quickly.   Participants MUST RSVP TO ATTEND, as there is pre-course work that must be completed for participants to have access to the course materials on the day of the training.  Participants will be provided with a continental breakfast, snacks and beverages throughout the day, as well as lunch.  Please look for the invite (Eventbrite) in your email, or email Sharon Todd directly at stodd@divisionsbc.ca to ensure you get a space. 

Sharon Todd
Program Manager
Oceanside Division of Family Practice
Mobile:  (250) 937-0611
Fax:  (888)-977-3318

https://www.divisionsbc.ca/oceanside

3rd Annual National Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Conference

The 3rd Annual National Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Conference

May 31 – Jun 1 (Fri-Sat) | Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel | Vancouver BC
Target audience: family physicians, specialists, lawyers, policy makers, nurses, nurse practitioners, residents and medical students
Email us at cpd.info@ubc.ca to be notified when registration opens

** Research Forum | Call for abstracts now open **

Preliminary agenda now available online at here.

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Upcoming UBC Respiratory Medicine Update & Hot Topics in Cardiology Conference

21st Annual UBC Respiratory Medicine Update & 15th Annual Hot Topics in Cardiology Conference being held Feb 9, 2019 at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Vancouver Hotel in Vancouver, BC.

For more information, please click here.

Target Audience Respiratory:
·         Family physicians
·         Respirologists
·         Respiratory Therapists
·         Internists
·         Respiratory Educators
·         Hospitalists
·         COPD Educators
·         Nurses
·         Residents and medical students
Target Audience Cardiology:
·         Family physicians
·         Internists
·         Cardiologists
·         Hospitalists
·         Nurses
·         Residents and medical students

We are running this conference at the SAME time in the SAME venue; attendees can register for EITHER conference and attend BOTH conferences!

I would be happy to discuss this conference in more detail with you; please contact me at 604-875-4111 ext 24631 or sandy.m@ubc.ca.

Optimizing Communication for Excellence

Optimizing Communication for Excellence
Who Should Attend: All physicians and healthcare professionals
Workshop Summary & Format: Interactive 8.0-hour in-person workshop (including lunch and breaks) facilitated by our communication expert, 0.5 hour coaching call, and pre/post-workshop activities
Accreditation: 28.5 Mainpro+ credits

Offerings
Date: Fri Feb 15, 2019
Time: 08:30-16:30
Facilitator: Dr. Paul Mohapel
For more information & to register for the February course, pleases click here. 

Date: Fri May 17, 2019
Time: 08:30-16:30
Facilitator: Dr. Rahul Gupta
For more information & to register for the May course, pleases click here. 

Oceanside Hospice Society

The Oceanside Hospice Society serves individuals and families experiencing end-of-life, care-giving and bereavement in the area stretching from Deep Bay to Nanoose, and west to Errington and Whiskey Creek

OHS currently delivers the following services to the community:

•  Medical Equipment Loan Program
•  One to One Client Support Services
•  One to One Grief Support
•  Grief Support Groups
•  Grief Walking Groups
•  Self Care Fridays
•  Caregiver Respite and Companioning
•  Palliative Vigil Team
•  Lending Library
•  Community Networking , Education and Training
•  Advance Care Planning Guidance

We strive to provide links in the continuum of care by supporting care giving at home, in hospital or the palliative care unit at Trillium and at community care facilities.
Please contact us at 250.752.6227 or visit www.oceansidehospice.com for further information.

Divisions in the News

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https://www.divisionsbc.ca/oceanside/news-events/newsletters