News

Information and updates for medical staff
Sep 2023

Tracy Gwozd Winner of the Terina Werry Award for 2023

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Tracy Gwozd is well-known in the Heart Centre as an innovative leader and advocate for exceptional patient & family centered care. As a nurse practitioner on 5B, Tracy cares for some of the most medically and socially complex cardiac surgery patients in the province.

Jun 2023

Access to SPH Emergency Department restricted as of June 12, 2023

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The Emergency Department is implementing a safety action plan intended to reduce incidents of violence and aggression in the Emergency Department. As a result, you will notice some changes to Read More »

Jun 2023

What is the Public Interest Disclosure Act?

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Speaking up when things aren’t right within our organization supports our values of respect, integrity and trust, and the safety and well-being of our patients, communities, and colleagues. Effective June Read More »

Schwartz Rounds Launch at PHC: Empowering Care through Shared Stories
May 2023

Schwartz Rounds Launch at PHC: Empowering Care through Shared Stories

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The Schwartz Rounds® is an evidence-based program that has been found to enhance compassion toward patients and families, improve teamwork and reduce caregiver stress and isolation.

SPH Cochlear Implant Program Team receives BC Quality Improvement Award
Apr 2023

SPH Cochlear Implant Program Team receives BC Quality Improvement Award

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Congratulations to the St. Paul’s Remote Cochlear Implant Program team for being the 2023 winner for the Living with Illness or Disability category. Read more>