Newsletter

We’re excited to announce the return of the Clinic Grants Program! Following the success of the past two years, the Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice is once again offering grants to support our community family practice members. Members are encouraged to apply for funding to implement projects that make meaningful improvements to clinic operations, staff support, and patient and physician experiences, while strengthening connections within our primary care community. Funding...

Three months into the Collaborative MRP (C-MRP) Model at Vineyards Residence, physicians and nursing staff report positive impacts on communication, timely care, teamwork and continuity for residents. Overall effectiveness was rated 8.7/10 by physicians and 10/10 by nursing staff, up from 8/10 by physicians and 5.8/10 by staff prior to the model launch. A review of emergency department transfer data also found a reduction in transfers from 9 to 5, alongside a higher hospital admission rate,...

The newly added Post-Menopausal Bleeding Primary Care Pathway provides guidance for primary care assessment and management, including: Patient history and endometrial, cervical and ovarian cancer risk factors Pelvic examination and assessment Red flags Recommended investigations and screening Management based on clinical findings View the Post-Menopausal Bleeding Primary Care Pathway

Pathways BC is seeking feedback from Pathways users across the province to help inform future development and ensure Pathways continues to support the needs of healthcare professionals and Division teams. Family Physicians and Nurse Practitioners are invited to complete the anonymous Pathways Feedback Survey to share their experience using Pathways. Your feedback will help identify what is working well and where there may be opportunities to improve the platform. The survey also includes...

FPSC’s LTCI team hosts a drop-in engagement session every two months, providing an opportunity for Divisions to connect, share experiences and insights, ask questions, and learn from one another about their local LTCI work. November Special Guest: LFP Billing Advisor For the November session, we’re pleased to welcome Jenn Davidoff, LFP Billing Advisor for Long-Term Care and Palliative Care, from the FPSC Billing team. Jenn will be available to: Answer general questions about LFP and billing...

Pathways brings clinical navigation tools, referral information, patient resources and community services together in one place. Learn how to make the most of Pathways by keeping your practice profile up to date and accessing clinical tools and resources. There are two ways to benefit from Pathways: Have your practice profiled so colleagues can find accurate, up-to-date information about your services. Obtain a Pathways login to access clinical tools and resources. These are separate...

Join fellow Division members for an evening of dinner, networking and door prizes as we celebrate another year of collaboration and community. We look forward to gathering together and closing out the year with our members. Event Details When: December 9, 2026 | 6 –8 PM Where: Hyatt Place Kelowna, 1915 Enterprise Way Compensation: 1.5-hour sessional payment Food & Beverage: Dinner and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided Parking: Complimentary underground and outdoor parking is available...

Our Division would like to share important information regarding the Longitudinal Family Physician (LFP) Payment Model panel transfer process and quarterly payments administered through the Family Practice Services Committee (FPSC). When a physician is transferring their full patient panel to another physician, both the incoming and outgoing physicians can submit the LFP Panel Transfer Form, available through the Doctors of BC member login. Key Submission Requirements and Timelines To ensure...

The Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice is inviting Family Physicians and Nurse Practitioners to share their experiences with the Primary Care Network (PCN) and its services. This review aims to better understand how PCN services are working in practice, how easily providers can find information and navigate referral pathways, and where there may be opportunities to improve. Your feedback will help identify what is working well, highlight gaps or challenges, and inform how the PCN...

Please join us for our upcoming Long‑Term Care (LTC) Community of Practice meeting on November 26th from 6:00PM-8:00PM. This session offers an opportunity to explore how LTC can be a rewarding and efficient part of your clinical practice. Connect with peers, share insights, and learn practical strategies to support work‑life balance in long‑term care. The evening will include a brief presentation by Dr. Megan Hill on Substance Use Disorder and care considerations for individuals with...