May 2017 – VGH Emergency Department

VGH Fitness Centre Open House

Posted on May 22, 2017 by admin

Did you know VGH has its own fitness centre? It’s located in the Heather Annex and open 5am to 11pm every day. It costs $150 for a 6 month membership ($25/mo).

Feel free to check it out at the VGH Fitness and Wellness Centre Open House on Wednesday, May 24^th from 11:00-2:00 PM.

A few key highlights of the Open House this year:

Free demo group fitness classes, including NIA, which is a delicious movement practice, combining dance, martial arts and mindfulness.
Enjoy some complimentary refreshments
A chance to win door prizes including $75.00 gift card from Rackets and Runners, 3 month, 2 weeks or 1 week membership at the VGH Fitness Wellness Center
Most of all this is a great opportunity for you and your friend to check out the VGH Fitness and Wellness Center and the services we offer!

VGH ED well represented in People First Awards

Posted on May 22, 2017 by admin

VCH released their list of People First Award winners. Many of our colleagues were nominated and selected for awards in multiple categories. Congratulations to everyone who was recognized!

See the full list here.

Marijuana and Road Safety

Posted on May 20, 2017 by admin

Our own Dr. Jeff Brubacher was featured in VCH featured “Ask an Expert”. Read the full article here.

New ED Sepsis Guidelines Released

Posted on May 11, 2017 by admin

The BC Sepsis Network has updated its Emergency Department Sepsis Guidelines to align with the new Surviving Sepsis Campaign Guidelines.

Highlights include:

Removal of CTAS guidelines
Integration of qSOFA

Visit the BC Sepsis Network website to access the new ED guidelines, new ED algorithm and a helpful table comparing the 2012 and 2017 BCSN ED Guidelines.