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We’re passionate about increasing opportunities for PVN members to get involved in BC’s health care system.
In addition to the engagement opportunities offered by our health care partners, we list opportunities administered and supported by other organizations that are also looking for deeply committed patient partners to improve health system in BC and beyond.
This section connects you with external engagement opportunities that are not hosted through PVN. Please respond directly to the organizations offering engagement opportunities.
The Asthma Diagnosis, Education and Management guideline is available for External Review until April 10, 2023. This guideline applies to patients of all ages with suspected mild to moderate asthma. Colour coding throughout the guideline identifies age-specific information. Key updates to the guideline include: 1) addition of an…
Do you have experience with a health care-associated infection such as CDI, CPO or MRSA within the last five years? The Provincial Infection Control Network of BC (PICNet) would like to hear your story. PICNet, a health improvement network of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), publishes an annual report…
The BCCFP My Family Doctor Award provides British Columbians with the opportunity to recognize and honour their own family doctors, celebrating the doctor-patient relationship that supports good health. Five family physicians are selected annually – one from each health authority. The nomination period runs from early January to March 31.
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From Our Community
Derek Koch
Spiritual Health Practitioner and Patient- and Family-Centred Care Lead — Kelowna General Hospital
The bottom line is because we’re caring for patients. People who know best are those who are receiving the care so it makes logical sense that we would consult with them about their experiences. By connecting with PVN we have been able to educate our teams about the value of patient partners and how important their perspective is in our services.
The BC Patient Safety & Quality Council administers the Patient Voices Network. Using evidence-informed strategies, the Council shifts culture, improves clinical practice and advances person- and family-centred care to support high-quality care for every person in our province.
