Resident Doctors of BC Pulse Podcast

We are bringing back the Pulse Podcast for several episodes, with our residents leading the charge! This year we will be going into negotiations for a new Collective Agreement. Join Dr. Wendy Yao (R1, Anesthesiology) as she interviews RDBC Executive Director, Mr. Harry Gray, on the questions received on the last negotiations survey. This is the second episode covering an introduction to negotiations. RDBC will be communicating regularly in the next several weeks as all parties come to the table for this round of negotiations.  

We are bringing back the Pulse Podcast for several episodes, with our residents leading the charge! Join Dr. Adrianna Gunton (Internal Medicine R2) in this interview with Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC's Provincial Health Officer, as she gets to know Dr. Henry, they chat about Dr. Henry's own residency experiences, her public health work, and COVID-19. This episode has been split into two parts, both immediately available.

We are bringing back the Pulse Podcast for several episodes, with our residents leading the charge! Join Dr. Adrianna Gunton (Internal Medicine R2) in this interview with Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC's Provincial Health Officer, as she gets to know Dr. Henry, they chat about Dr. Henry's own residency experiences, her public health work, and COVID-19. This episode has been split into two parts, both immediately available.

We are bringing back the Pulse Podcast for several episodes, with our residents leading the charge! This year we will be going into negotiations for a new Collective Agreement. Join Dr. Wendy Yao (R1, Anesthesiology) as she interviews RDBC Executive Director, Mr. Harry Gray, on the basics of negotiations in BC, RDBC's approach to negotiations, and expectations. A second episode covering an introduction to negotiations will be published next week. RDBC will be communicating regularly in the next several weeks as all parties come to the table for this round of negotiations.  

In this episode, Dr. Geoff Frost chats with Dr. Nicholas Monfries on tips they have picked up for residency, the new Financial Pulse, and saying goodbye to the podcast. Thank you to all our listeners who have been tuning in!

In this episode Geoff (PM&R R4) and Lynne Li (Med Micro R4) talk about Covid-19. We'll be doing regular updates on Covid as things continue to escalate in BC. Today, we went over the basics of Covid-19.

This is the second episode in our often promised rarely delivered Transferring Programs series. In this episode Geoff (PM&R R4) chats with Sarah (Peds R1) about her switch from OBGYN to Peds. We then dive deep into the policies that inform the process of switching programs. We round it up with a chat about the Resident Doctor's of Canada's initiative to increase the transparency, accessibility, and equity of the transfer process.

In this episode, Geoff (PM&R R4) and Julie Kwan (Doctors of BC) talk about important changes to the Doctors of BC Disability Insurance Plan for Residents. This podcast was not sponsored by nor does it act as an advertisement for Doctors of BC. We wanted to highlight the important changes to the Doctors of BC Disability Insurance Plan for Residents and how that impacts your ability to access the Physician Disability Insurance Plan as staff. This episode is content heavy. We cover the basics of Disability Insurance up to esoteric concepts like the interaction between the Doctors of BC Disability Insurance offered to residents and Physician Disability Insurance Plan. If you plan on practicing in BC, the time stamps labelled IMPORTANT are a must. Check the time stamps below for a breakdown of this episode's content:Introduction to Disability Insurance[02:16:29]Own Occupation vs. Regular Occupation vs. Any Occupation[04:57:27]How to Claim & Length of Policy[18:38:68]New Employer Disability Insurance Plan (All Residents Automatically Enrolled)[20:53:38]Discussion: Why Purchase Additional Insurance Beyond the Employer's Disability Insurance Plan, both Pros and Cons[23:27:19]Details of the Doctors of BC Disability Insurance Plan for Residents[29:07:47]Discussion: Difference between RBC, Doctors of BC, and Haslett Disability Insurance Plans[33:26:29]Discussion: Double Coverage, what happens when I have a Private Disability Insurance plan (Doctors of BC, Haslett, RBC) in addition to the Employer Disability Insurance Plan[39:37:28]Special Case: Double Coverage with Employer Disability Insurance and other Provincial Medical Association Disability Insurance Plans (E.g. OMA)[40:45:64]IMPORTANT: Changes to Doctors of BC Disability Insurance On-boarding Rules[41:46:52]IMPORTANT: Introduction to Physician Disability Insurance Plan (for those who plan on practicing in BC)[43:28:70]Aside: Exclusionary Period (And Why This Doesn't Apply to BC Residents)[44:34:01]IMPORTANT: Interaction between Physician Disability Insurance and Doctors of BC Disability Insurance Plan as a resident

In this episode, Geoff (PM&R R4) and Lina (General Surgery R1) talk about switching programs! We cover this top secret topic by discussing Lina's own switch from OBGYN to General Surgery.

In this Episode Geoff (PM&R R4) and Daphne (Gen Surg R2) discuss how RDBC helps out residents across the province by talking about call rooms. Those things you never see when on call.

In this episode Geoff (PM&R R4) and Nick (Emerg R4) talk about the importance of taking vacation, and the Collective Agreement surrounding vacation. This episode comes with a bonus contest! Send an email to sasha@residentdoctorsbc.ca about your latest/greatest vacation by November 12 for a chance to randomly win a $10 Starbucks gift card.

In this episode Geoff (PM&R R4) and Nick (Emerg R4) chat about how you can get involved at RDBC, what the benefits of being involved are, and what to expect at our upcoming annual general meeting.

The Pulse Podcast is back! The audio from this episode comes from our 2019 New Members Orientation, where Nick Monfries (Emerg R4) and Geoff Frost (PM&R R4) had the chance to discuss the basics of financial wellbeing with the incoming R1s.

In this episode, Geoff Frost (R3, Physiatry) and Harry Gray (Executive Director, RDBC) give the final update to the negotiations process. 

In this episode Ashley Yip (IM R1) talks to Geoff Frost (PM&R R3) about the ongoing contract Negotiations between your union and the government. Make sure to be seated when you listen to this action packed and thrilling episode - we wouldn't want you to be knocked off your feet from all the action.

In this episode Geoff (PM&R R3), Ashley (IM R1), and Chloe (PM&R R1) talk about the challenges of being a resident over the holidays. They touch upon time away from family, missed traditions, and the unexpected benefits of being away from home over the break.

In this episode, Geoff (PM&R R3) discusses the state of negotiations with Harry Gray (RDBC Executive Director). Be sure to listen if you're interested in hearing how your new contract negotiations are going.

In this episode Ashley Yip (IM R1) talks to Brandon Tang (IM R1) about his experiences learning how to cook as an adult, and then developing an app to help others follow in his footsteps. It's a great discussion around some of the practical barriers we encounter everyday as residents just trying to get a half plate of greens together for every meal.

In this episode Geoff (PM&R R3) and Paul (PM&R R2) introduce the next mini-series we'll be doing: exploring food and maintaining a healthy diet as residents. They admit to their horrible dietary choices (Geoff needs to stop eating so many muffins) and they manage to interview Nick Monfries (Emerg R3) about his preferred way to stay on top of cooking, by using meal prep services. Our Food mini-series will feature short, hard hitting episodes with a variety of interesting guests. We hope you enjoy!

In this podcast, Dr. Geoff Frost discusses the upcoming negotiations with RDBC Executive Director, Harry Gray. A video version is available. 

In this episode, Geoff (Physiatry R3) and Emily (Emergency Medicine R3) talk about parenting in residency. Geoff and Emily speak with experts in the field, the resident wellness office, and some parents themselves to get a comprehensive view of what it's like to be a parent in residency.

In this episode Geoff (Physiatry R3) and Emily (Emerg R3) discuss tips for surviving the first year of residency. The tips were submitted to the Pulse Podcast by residents from R2-R5 from a wide range of programs all over the province. Be sure to tune in for great advice about how you can thrive during the best year of your life.

In this episode, Geoff (Physiatry R2) talks with Dr. Paul Healey (ER Staff), one of the two co-founders of the Physician Financial Independence Facebook group. Paul's group has rapidly become one of the biggest sources of unbiased financial information for Canadian physicians. Geoff and Paul chat about financial literacy, and how you can get your financial health into tip top shape. Geoff and Paul reference several websites in their discussion, including:mrmoneymustache.com whitecoatinvestor.com canadiancouchpotato.com facebook.com/groups/303157906773998/ (Physician Financial Independence Facebook Group)  

In this episode, Geoff (Physiatry R2) talks about the basics of disability insurance with the experts from the Financial Literacy Council. If Disability Insurance has you flummoxed, or if the Sandman eludes you, be sure to check in.

This episode is the second part of our Parenting in Residency Mini-Series. Today Geoff (Physiatry R2) and Vivian (General Surgery R2) talk about the challenges of pregnancy during residency. This episode features interviews with Claire (Internal Medicine R2), Kaila (Physiatry R5), Elizabeth  (Clinical Councillor at the Resident Wellness Office), and Stacey Cabbage (Family R2 and Parenting in Residency Researcher). Stay tuned for Part C in our Parenting Mini-Series!

This is the first of a two part mini-series about finances in residency. In this episode, Geoff talks with experts from FLC about how to read and understand your paycheck. Part B will focus on disability insurance. There is a sample paycheck that is available alongside this episode. We encourage you to print off the sample paycheck and have it in front of you while listening. The sample paycheck will allow you to get the most out of this episode!   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_-QX8GX3rdG7LadS1NJJGoLx1qNAMJrb/view  

Have you ever wondered about the benefits and difficulties of starting a family in residency? Have you wondered how you're supported by your union and employer? You're not alone! This topic is a three part mini-series that discusses all the issues and benefits of pregnancy and parenting during residency. Tune in to the half hour podcast to learn more.   Next part will be up later in June!

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