Do you know who does what when it comes to CPSBC and @DoctorsofBC? We regulate the practice of medicine for the protection and safety of patients, while Doctors of BC advocates and negotiates for physicians and surgeons. Learn more: ow.ly/R7FT50VOWiH

We're seeking public input to understand patient needs and expectations for receiving care after hours. Your feedback will help inform our standard for physicians and surgeons. Have your say: ow.ly/Nk0a50X8ePp

The College Connector is our bimonthly newsletter for physicians and surgeons, containing a message from the registrar, news on standards and guidelines, program updates, and more. The September/October issue is now online: cpsbc.ca/news/publicati…

CPSBC will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025. We will return to business as usual on Tuesday, October 14 at 8:30 a.m.

Discrimination has no place in a profession dedicated to healing, trust, compassion and empathy. Read more in the latest College Connector: ow.ly/aquc50XbWhM

In the latest episode of the Connecting the Dots podcast, we discuss the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI tools into medical practice with Dr. Bella Wu. Listen here: ow.ly/IRPO50Xc8Ws

Reminder: We're seeking public input to understand patient needs and expectations for receiving care after hours. Your feedback will help inform our standard for physicians and surgeons. Have your say by this Friday (October 24): ow.ly/Nk0a50X8ePp

The National Registry of Physicians (NRP) is a MedCouncilCan initiative to improve health care access in Canada with integrated and reliable information about physicians. Our registrar and CEO Dr. Patrick Rowe is pleased to represent CPSBC on the committee overseeing the NRP.

Patient safety is critical to CPSBC. We set standards, assess professional performance, and investigate complaints with the goal of ensuring that all BC patients receive safe medical care. #CanadianPatientSafetyWeek

We commend Health Quality BC for developing this evidence-based strategy to reduce preventable harms and for their ongoing dedication to patient safety. CPSBC looks forward to working collaboratively to improve patient safety and quality of care in BC's health system.

The latest College Connector features a case study that highlights the harms caused by generalization and the importance of humility and learning. Physicians and surgeons are expected to provide culturally safe care for Indigenous patients. Read more: ow.ly/tC3M50XfW6j

CPSBC has translation services available on the phone. Call during business hours and tell us your preferred language from 300+ languages. You will be called back with a third-party translator on the line.

CPSBC will be closed on Tuesday, November 11. We will return to business as usual on Wednesday, November 12 at 8:30 a.m.

CPSBC offers a rewarding work environment, career development opportunities, excellent benefits and flexible work arrangements to help employees balance their work and personal lives. Learn about our current employment opportunities: ow.ly/pCyx50XtQ9s

The CPSBC Board is meeting this week. View the agenda and minutes from previous meetings on our website: ow.ly/gWqC50RXeC4

Only physicians and surgeons who are licensed by CPSBC are authorized to practise medicine in BC. Receiving care from someone who is not licensed could put your health and safety at risk. Confirm a physician or surgeon is licensed on our website: ow.ly/BNmG50UfruC

Today is National Physician Assistants Day. PAs help address the urgent need to resource emergency departments in BC and have been regulated by CPSBC since 2023. We are grateful for their contributions to patient care.

CPSBC will be closed this afternoon (Tuesday, December 2) starting at 12 p.m. We will return to business as usual on Wednesday, December 3 at 8:30 a.m.

Due to scheduled maintenance, the CPSBC website will be unavailable today (December 2) from 4:30 to 9 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience.

CPSBC's online registrant directory can be used to confirm whether a physician or surgeon is licensed in BC, their contact information, and whether they have any regulatory actions or practice conditions. Search here: ow.ly/Qlte50SIK5J