Re: Pressed to test
John Walton, MDDr Richardson’s excellent editorial on the GP’s dilemma, Pressed to test: How should GPs respond?Pressed to test: How should GPs respond?Exploring professional relationships in...
View ArticleSharing perspectives leads to shared solutions
Ken Seethram, MD, FRCSC, FACOGKelly McQuillenAs chairs of the Specialist Ser-vices Committee (SSC), co-chaired by the BCMA and Ministry of Health, we sit at a unique table in terms of shared...
View ArticleHealth-e-Apps: A project to encourage effective use of mobile health...
Kendall Ho, MD, FRCPCThe rapid growth of mobile technologies means anyone with a smart phone can access health information and track personal medical data—an opportunity that requires communication...
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EMERGENCY MEDICINE UPDATE
CME Location: Whistler CME Time: Sun, 2014-02-23 (All day) - Wed, 2014-02-26 (All day)27th Annual Update in Emergency Medicine will be held at the Hilton Whistler Resort. read more
View ArticleBasal ganglia calcification in idiopathic hypoparathyroidism
E.M.M. Wong, MDMarshall Dahl, MD, FRCPCTwo case reports show how hypocalcemia due to a deficiency of parathyroid hormone can cause neuromuscular dysfunction.Case 1 dataDisclaimer: This article has been...
View ArticleExposure hazards for wildland firefighters
Sami Youakim, MD, MSc, FRCPCWildland fires are common in BC, especially during the dry season. Every year thousands of fires of various sizes are started by natural or human causes. Wildland...
View ArticleThe making of an urban medical myth
Urban myths come in varying shapes and sizes. Some, like JFK conspiracy theories, seem innocuous. Others, like the myth that vaccines cause autism, are of concern because of their effect on the...
View ArticleEMR use in BC: The future is now (part 2)
Bruce Hobson, MDWith 80% of target family physicians and specialists in BC now using EMRs (85% including practices currently in the implementation process), there are many examples of how EMR...
View ArticlePatient attachment: Identifying methods for improvement in the Cowichan Valley
Morgan Price, MD, PhD, CCFPNicole A. Kitson, PhDGrey Showler, RN, BA, BSNValerie Nicol, MA, CCCThe Attachment initiative—also known as A GP for Me—aims to provide access to primary care for all British...
View ArticleAn optimal approach for diagnosing dyspepsia caused by helicobacter pylori
Muhammad Morshed, PhD, SCCMYin Chang, MScHelicobacter pylori is a micro-aerophilic, slow-growing, gram-negative spiral bacterium that colonizes the mucous lining of the human stomach. Infection with...
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Dr Sharon Salloum: An exceptional physician, teacher, and mentor
Pretty VermaMedical student Pretty Verma interviews general practitioner and teacher Dr Sharon Salloum.Disclaimer: This article has been peer reviewed.read more
View ArticleCOMOX--FP
Busy full-service family practice available in congenial seven-practice group in beautiful Comox on Vancouver Island. Modern clinic with Wolf EMR, nursing, and lab phlebotomy. Hospital, nursing home,...
View ArticleCOQUITLAM--FP
Busy family practice with high income is available in Coquitlam, 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Physician is moving. Contact us at ayromd@ymail.com.
View ArticleKELOWNA--FP
Busy Kelowna family practice available. Excellent five-doctor group located close to the hospital. Very well-run business with great staff. Hospital privileges and obstetrics are optional. Contact...
View ArticleKELOWNA--PHYSICIANS
Highroads Medical Clinics (formerly Oasis) in West Kelowna is looking for three to four full-time and part-time family physicians/GPs and locums currently licensed to practice in Canada and in good...
View ArticleMERRITT--FAMILY PHYSICIANS
Rolling hills, sparkling lakes, and over 2030 hours of sunshine every year make Merritt a haven for four-season outdoor recreation. We have a need for family physicians in their choice of clinic....
View ArticleSOUTH SURREY--PHYSICIAN
Highroads Medical Clinics is looking for three to four full-time and part-time family physicians/GPs and locums currently licensed to practice in Canada and in good standing with the College of...
View ArticleVANCOUVER--FP/MEDICAL ASSOCIATE
Our clinic is looking for a medical doctor eligible to practice in BC who is interested in focusing on women’s health. It would be an asset if you are interested in menopausal issues, bio-identical...
View ArticleSURREY--FP/LOCUM
Busy family practice office in Surrey looking for locum/associate. Fully functional EMR. Friendly, helpful staff. Independent space for work. For more information e-mail kssekhon@msn.com or call 604...
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