SPECIALIST SERVICES COMMITTEE (SSC) improves patient care by engaging physicians to collaborate, lead quality improvement and deliver quality services with SSC supports and incentives. SSC is one of four joint collaborative committees of Doctors of BC and the BC government and includes regular representation from health authorities.
An innovative health initiative is reshaping patient care in Victoria, reducing hospital stays while delivering equal or superior medical outcomes. Launched in 2019 by Drs. Shauna Tierney and Elizabeth Crisci, the Hospital at Home (HaH) program provides comprehensive hospital-level care directly to the homes of low-risk adult patients, offering the comfort and convenience of receiving medical services in a familiar environment.
Chilliwack, B.C., is redefining how smaller communities address the family doctor shortage with an innovative strategy that’s getting attention across the province.
Langley Memorial Hospital (LMH) is pioneering a transformative initiative to improve outcomes for colorectal surgery patients. This innovative program emphasizes accessible, practical support in exercise, nutrition, and smoking cessation, with the goal of reducing severe medical complications by 50% by March 2025.
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The Exchange is an online searchable database of quality improvement (QI) projects across British Columbia supported by the Specialist Services Committee (SSC) and the Shared Care Committee (SCC). This tool was developed to facilitate sharing of QI ideas and project information in order to avoid duplication of services/activities, align efforts and resources, and find ways to effectively work together.
SSC exists to support specialists and your work. Your thoughts, opinions or feedback are always appreciated. Keep us informed by sending us an email: sscbc@doctorsofbc.ca.