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A pilot project undertaken by the Abbotsford Division of Family Practice demonstrated the valuable role that registered dietitians can play in primary care teams.

Dr Danielle Weisgarber established her practice at the Rosedale Medical Clinic in Summerland in large part because it provides team-based care. 

In Hope, Boston Bar, and surrounding First Nations communities, geographic barriers and health vulnerabilities can be challenges.

Remote Pemberton-area communities are accessible only by helicopter or unpaved roads, which poses challenges to meeting patient health care needs.

The introduction of the BC patient medical home last year prompted many rural GPs to reflect on how they are currently working, including working in teams to deliver integrated services and whole-person care that wraps around patients. 

A human resources crisis in Fort St.

The Salt Spring Island Child and Youth Mental Health Local Action Team has created a youth suicide intervention toolkit, providing information and support to children and youth in the community who are struggling with suicidal ideation.

Moving to a new place can be stressful for anyone, but especially when you are a senior. Diana Hilliard and her husband Joe moved from Ontario to Kelowna early in 2015. They had been forewarned that it might be difficult to find a doctor and Diana quickly discovered that it was a reality.

Dr. Ursula Luitingh, Family Doctor, Maple Ridge

Recent research indicates there are a number of Abbotsford residents currently looking for a new doctor. We know having good access to primary health care services means better health for individuals and strengthens our community as a whole.