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A woman wearing a bathrobe sits in a comfortable chair, reading and drinking a glass of water, while receiving IV therapy.
Editorials / March 2026

IV hydration spas: Health hack or pricey pee?

BY: Caitlin Dunne, MD, FRCSC

IV hydration spas are everywhere. I first encountered one in Las Vegas, which seemed fitting for the city—and the circumstances patrons may have endured the night prior. However, what once felt like... Read More

A woman waters a lush garden.
Editorials / March 2026

Tending the garden: Reflections on family medicine

BY: Yvonne Sin, MD

I recently began to learn about gardening. There was unused space in my yard and bare soil ready to be filled, and the idea of growing a beautiful garden was appealing. What I did not expect was how... Read More

Letters / March 2026

Re: Presentation of pediatric cannabis ingestion in the emergency department

BY: Hannah Zwiebel, MD, MPH, Ran D. Goldman, MD, FRCPC, David Greenky, MD

We read with interest the recently published article “Presentation of pediatric cannabis ingestion in the emergency department” by Sage and colleagues[1] and commend the authors for this important... Read More

Letters / March 2026

Re: Ethical considerations around the use of artificial intelligence in health care

BY: Chris Whittington, MB BS, MBA, FCFP, FM & FACRRM, FACTM

Studies have shown that critical reasoning atrophies when using artificial intelligence (AI), even if the intent is to be diligent.[1] Microsoft has confirmed this finding.[2] Deep knowledge of... Read More

Letters / March 2026

Re: Failing health care delivery in Canada is the result of an outdated operating model

BY: Paul Park, MB, BChir, MRCGP

I read Dr Tevaarwerk’s article [BCMJ 2025;67:359-364] with interest. I’m a family physician (GP from the UK, really) who moved to Canada 3 years ago. I worked in National Health Service (NHS)... Read More

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BCMJ

The BCMJ is a general medical journal that shares knowledge while building connections among BC physicians.

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ISSN 0007‍-‍0556 (Print)
ISSN 2293‍-‍6106 (Online)
Established 1959