Dr Joy Russell, a member of the Vancouver Division of Family Practice, has been named Family Physician of the Year in BC by the College of Family Physicians of Canada. Dr Russell, who has been a physician in Vancouver for 33 years, is one of 10 family doctors across Canada being honoured with the Family Physician of the Year designation in 2017. The award recognizes family doctors across the country who provide exceptional care to their patients, contribute to the well-being of their communities, and demonstrate leadership in family medicine education and research.
Dr Fiona Duncan, chair of the Vancouver Division of Family Practice and FPSC member, has been presented with the Primus Inter Pares (PIP) or “First Among Equals” award. The PIP award is a mark of esteem and appreciation for services rendered to the Vancouver Medical Association and the profession and the degree was presented at the Annual Osler Dinner. The award was presented by Dr. Terry Chang, past chair of the Vancouver Division of Family Practice.
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Kootenay Boundary introduces new tools for chronic pain patients and healthcare providers
Trail Times: Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice announced that it has launched a new set of tools to support patients living with chronic pain. Patients and their healthcare providers can now easily access information on referrals, services, education, self-management support, and more. These have been developed as part of the Kootenay Boundary Shared Care Chronic Pain Project, with the input and guidance of local physicians, allied health care practitioners, and patient partners living with chronic pain.