The power of physician leadership
I recently had the pleasure of spending time with first-year medical students, and what struck me was the pure joy and enthusiasm they exude despite the immense challenges they face. Read More
In the current issue
I, Robot
Island Health robot has finally arrived. However, this is not a science fiction movie set in 2035, the producers and cast do not include Will Smith, and the robot is not automated and human-like. Read More
I miss the CPSBC Library
One year ago, on 15 March 2024, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC (CPSBC) decided to close our medical library. In response, I wrote an editorial expressing my disappointment. Read More
Turning the other cheek: Portraits of doctors and scientists don’t show a left-cheek bias
Doctors’ absence of portrait-posing bias appears consistent with the important roles of emotional empathy (left-cheek poses) and scientific rationality (right-cheek poses) in medical practice. Read More
Physicians are key to reducing unnecessary dental antibiotic prescribing
One indication driving a high number of unnecessary prescriptions by medical doctors is the treatment of dental conditions. Read More
Caring for the sexual lives of community patients living with dementia
A discussion of ways to open the conversation between physicians and their patients, suggestions for interventions by community physicians, and assistance for physicians about sexual medicine. Read More
Artificial intelligence in family medicine: Opportunities, impacts, and challenges
Integrating artificial intelligence into family medicine will have impacts across the continuum of patient care. Read More
Prescription factors contributing to new long-term opioid use in British Columbia between 2013 and 2017
Changing opioid prescription practices is key to reducing opioid overdose. Read More
Umbilical lesion: Granuloma or omphalomesenteric duct?
Sonographic, surgical, and histopathological findings may be required to distinguish between umbilical granulomas and polyps. Read More
In the next issue
COVID-19 fatalities among long-term care residents in the Vancouver Coastal Health region
Continued efforts to enhance vaccination coverage and monitor emerging viral strains are essential to mitigate the impact of novel communicable diseases on long-term care residents. Read More
Managing hyperkalemia in the outpatient setting
Outpatient management of hyperkalemia involves assessing the patient’s intercurrent health, reviewing their medications, addressing comorbidities, and initiating additional medications if necessary. Patients should avoid processed foods and salts with highly bioavailable potassium. Read More
