July

AmericanEHR Partners, a company founded by BC physician Dr Alan Brookstone, has partnered with the American Medical Association to provide US physicians with information and education on electronic health records. 

Dr Richardson’s editorial on the C. difficile outbreak at Burnaby General Hospital [Speaking out for patients, BCMJ 2012;54:165] was a powerful reminder of the risks for patients who acquire nosocomial infections in our facilities. It is important that physicians speak out about safety concerns and ensure that corrective action can be taken.

Regarding the commentary by Drs Fok and Dian on second-generation antipsychotic (SGA) use in patients with dementia [BCMJ 2012;54:169], I would like to offer a broadened perspective in light of these complex issues. Dementia is usually irreversi­ble and fatal. Therefore it makes sense to prioritize comfort, safety, and dignity as the illness progresses. 

I have been a long-time admirer and occasional contributor to the BC Medical Journal. Over the last couple of years, I have been increasingly concerned about the changes the current BCMJ Editorial Board has made regarding the Personal View section of the BC Medical Journal.

I am concerned about omissions and lost opportunities in two recent articles in the BCMJ.