Code Blue: BC Wait Times

Advocacy In Action Today we discussed the urgent radiologist workforce shortage in BC, including barriers faced by internationally trained specialists, licensing and credentialing delays, and the need for more streamlined pathways to practice already used in other provinces. We appreciate MLA Dhir’s engagement and look forward to continuing the conversation on solutions to improve patient…

Advocacy In Action BCRS was pleased to host Yongmei Chen, Executive Director of Surgical and Medical Imaging,for a half-day visit at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. Joined by Dr. Vamshi Kotha, Dr. Wan Wan Yap, and Amy Smith, the visit included a tour of themedical imaging department and interventional radiology suite. We also had…

Advocacy In Action The BCRS recently had the opportunity to connect with the Honourable Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, alongside Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing and BCRS CEO Amy Smith. We look forward to building a strong, collaborative relationship and hope this marks the beginning of ongoing dialogue in support of Radiology and patient care in British…

The BC Radiological Society warns that the province’s medical imaging backlog will get worse, unless the BC government helps private clinics that are struggling to remain open.

“The wait time in BC was bad in the fall and the situation is now critical,” Dr. Yong-Hing. 

Advocacy In Action We welcomed the BC NDP Caucus for lunch today. Radiologists from across the province shared their perspectives on the challenges currently facing the profession, and the impact for patients. We appreciated the opportunity to share our insights and engage in candid conversations about the reality of radiology in British Columbia.