It was a delight to read Dr Dosanjh’s President’s Comment regarding courageous leadership in the July/August issue of the BCMJ [2022;64:248]. The thoughtful and articulate call to our best selves—both as citizens and as doctors—has rarely been more urgently needed.
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Westland Insurance Group Ltd., Doctors of BC’s home- and office-insurance partner, provides advice to members on risk considerations for their home and office.
Home-insurance policies are issued on several different forms, which establish and define the causes of loss (or perils) for which coverage is provided. The best and broadest form is a comprehensive, or all-risks, form, which is the best form to insure your home with.
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In May 2019, a secure, interactive, multifunctional website (www.ubcreticulum.com) was launched to create a virtual network of general surgeons, both community and academic, across British Columbia. Funded by a grant from the UBC Strategic Investment Fund, the website was created to provide a knowledge hub to support the clinical care of patients, research, and education.
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Many members have entrusted Doctors of BC with their insurance needs over their careers. If you are nearing retirement, there are some things to know about your Doctors of BC insurance.
Physicians’ Disability Insurance (PDI): PDI remains in effect as long as you have more than $10 000 of eligible income in a calendar year; however, it terminates at age 70 regardless of your income. Cancel your coverage once you retire. If you forget, PDI automatically cancels after a period of no income.
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