To kick off the meeting, Mr Allan Seckel, CEO of Doctors of BC, informed the assembled members that Dr Michael Golbey’s name had been put forward to chair the meeting, and with no other nominations forthcoming, Dr Golbey was elected chair of the 2017 Annual General Meeting. Drs Alan Gow and Jeffrey Dresselheus were elected members of the Resolution Committee. The agenda for the 3 June 2017 meeting was approved unanimously, as were the minutes of the 2016 AGM.
The fascinating thing about the field of medicine, and about working a lifetime as a physician, is the speed at which knowledge and practice change. Much of what I learned in medical school is now considered outdated, and clinical practice is continually evolving. As we learn more, keeping up to date can be overwhelming, but learning provides us with many opportunities. By learning from others, learning through experiences, and learning through our partnerships, we have the chance to see the world of medicine and our profession through many different lenses.
Dr Rodney Frederick Andrew died peacefully at home on 28 March 2017, surrounded by his loving family, following a year-and-a-half-long struggle with ALS, which he fought valiantly and with dignity, determination, and quiet resolve.
With great sadness and heartbreak we announce the passing of Dr Fred Van Seters at the age of 79. Dr Van Seters suffered from episodes of depression over many years and lost the battle on 18 April 2017, ending his own life.
