Medical errors can be costly for both patient and hospital. As defined by the Joint Commission (www.jointcommission.org/assets/1/18/Hot_Topics_Transitions_of_Care.pdf), in order to keep patients safe... Read More

The BCMJ is pleased to introduce our newest Editorial Board member, Dr Yvonne Sin. Dr Sin is a second-year UBC family practice resident who intends to practise full-service family... Read More

Few people who consider the future of health care can argue that the aging demographic poses both serious challenges and huge opportunities. Along with predicted shortages of health care workers and... Read More

Do you ever wonder what you would do if your spouse was diagnosed with cancer? Who would look after the kids? If you took time off to be with your spouse, could you manage with a lower income? How... Read More

Frailty in Older Adults – Early Identification and Management (2017) This updated BC guideline addresses the early identification and management of older adults with frailty or vulnerable to frailty... Read More