C-Section Management
Physician Lead: Dr. Erin Adams
Separated elective C-sections from OB/Gyne slate
Improved timing for scheduled C-sections
Minimized impact or gynecology surgery time
Secured Saturday OR access during surges
Reduced fasting/wait time for emergency cases
Internal Medicine Residency Program
Physician Lead: Dr. Kathryn Scobie
Strong UBC and internal department support
Endorsed as training site by UBC Head of Medicine
Framework and distributive model developed
Proposal for submission: July 2025/2026
Emergency Physician Recruitment & Retention
Physician Lead: Dr. Keith Hutchison
4 new emergency physicians hired
7 locums worked this year, most interested in joining
Strong positive locum feedback
RIH culture described as welcoming and collaborative
Ob/Gyne Department Planning
Physician Lead: Dr. Paula Lott
Relocated outpatient procedures to new space
Collaborated with ACU for abortion care
Focused on department resource planning
Building long-term service sustainability
IH West Ethics Committee
Physician Lead: Dr. Janet Kusler
Physicians offer unique ethical insights
Boosted confidence in addressing challenges
Participation in consults viewed as meaningful
Encourages interprofessional ethical dialogue