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Become a Member
Join the Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice, or learn why you might want to!
Membership is available to eligible family physicians practicing in our region.
Why Become a Member?
Membership comes with notable benefits for family physicians!
Frequently asked questions
Pathways BC Access (free)
Access to Pathways BC:Pathways is an online resource that provides physicians and their office staff/teams quick access to current and accurate referral information, including wait times and areas of expertise of specialists and specialty clinics.Pathways can also provide access to hundreds of patient and clinician resources, as well as community service and allied health information that is categorized and searchable.Visit our Technology & Accounts Support page for more information and login access.
UpToDate Access (free)
UpToDate is the most trusted evidence-based clinical decision support resource at the point of care.Healthcare professionals use UpToDate to help answer even the most complex questions.Division members get access to UpToDate for free with their membership.
Visit our Technology & Accounts Support page for more information and login access.
Divisional Digest Newsletter (monthly)
Twice a month, the Division distributes a digital newsletter containing pertinent clinical information, community events, and primary care resources.
Patient Attachment
Support for patient panel building through a centralized intake system using the HealthLink BC Health Connect Registry.
Networking and Educational Events
The Division hosts multiple events throughout the year for physician networking and education (CME). Upcoming events are announced in the Divisional Digest and can be viewed, along with resources from past events, on our Member Events Calendar (login required).Visit our Professional Development page to learn more and browse upcoming events.
Options to fit your practice and lifestyle preferences
Practice and lifestyle options tailored to you, including:Full-time and part-time opportunitiesDiverse patient panel optionsSmall and medium group practicesModern clinic spacesEasy access via public transit and highways
Collaboration with local programs: Long term care, maternity, practice supports
Our Primary Care Network connects family physicians with specialists, long-term care, maternity services, and robust practice supports.
Locum Coverage
The Division works with local family physician locums to help cover your practice during planned vacations or unexpected time off.
Primary Care Network: Training & Education
The Primary Care Network (PCN) offers member education events, team-based care lunch-and-learns, clinic check-ins and more. Participation connects you with collaborative care teams, including nurses and allied health professionals.Questions? Contact pcn@codivision.caLearn more about our PCN →
Long-Term Care
Connection to the Central Okanagan Long Term Care Initiative (LTCI), which offers:Member events and road showsBi-annual surveysQuarterly incentive participation feesSupport with the 5 Best Practices
Tech Support
We connect you with services to support your practice technology needs, including:Phone systemsOnline bookingVirtual careInterpreter servicesEMR support
Visit our Technology & Accounts Support page for more information and login access.
MOA Network Supports
Professional development and networking for Medical Office Assistants (MOAs), including:Networking opportunitiesEducation eventsAccess to Basecamp for professional resources and job updates
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