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Member survey

What We Heard Report – 2021 Benchmark Member Survey Results

September 1, 2021

Our bi-annual Benchmark Member Engagement Survey is a key piece in our commitment to better understand members’ needs and what’s important to you. The feedback we receive helps shape how we can best engage with members and improve our services to you going forward.

 
This year’s...
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Changemaker Award

Changemaker Award: Nominate a medical student or resident who is making a difference

August 31, 2021

Are you a medical student or resident who goes above and beyond to advocate for a stronger healthcare system? Do you know someone who is? If so, nominate them for Doctors of BC’s Changemaker Award and give them the recognition they deserve – and the chance to win $2,000!

The Changemaker...
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Health care setting

Doctors of BC supports provincial government actions, calls for mandatory vaccination in health care settings

August 24, 2021

Doctors of BC applauds the provincial government for its announcement of progressive measures to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 in the province, including the reinstatement of the indoor mask mandate, and the introduction of the BC Vaccine Card requiring mandatory vaccinations in order to...
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COVID-19, Mask Policy, BC Vaccine Card
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Doctors of BC announces policy on drug overdose injuries and deaths

July 13, 2021

BC is in the midst of a public health emergency due to the high numbers of drug overdose deaths and injuries. Last year, more than 1,700 British Columbians lost their lives to a toxic illicit drug supply and it is expected this year’s numbers will be higher. After receiving input from our...
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Kimberley Thomas

Presidential Scholars Award-winner Kimberly Thomas: Creativity in medicine

July 12, 2021

Kimberley Thomas, a second-year student of the UBC Northern Medical Program in Prince George, is the second recipient of Doctors of BC’s Presidential Scholars Award in Medicine. The scholarship establishes an endowment that covers student and tuition fees, and textbooks for one medical student...
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