Research & Insights
Understanding the Healthcare Needs of Our Community
Over the past year, MIHA has conducted extensive research to better understand the healthcare needs and challenges facing Mid Island communities.Through data collection, stakeholder engagement, analysis of service gaps, and dialogue with other clinics, we’ve built a clearer picture of where improvements are needed most.
Literature
Regulatory Standards
Publications
Internet/Journal
ArticlesMedia/News
Medical
Physicians - Oceanside
Nurse Practitioners
Medical Professionals
Physician Consultants ​​​
Political
Municipal governments and Councils
Mayor/Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs)
Members of Legislative Assembly ( MLAs)
Association of Vancouver Island and Costal Communities ( AVICC)
Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN)
Success Stories
Pender Harbour
Colwood
Comox/Courtney
Lower Columbia CHC
Shoreline Medical Clinic
Brentwood Bay
Bowen Island
Community
Chamber of Commerce
Qualicum First Nations
Regional District of Nanaimo
Residential Associations
Relevant Boards
Associations
British Columbia Association of Community Health Centres ( BCACHC) - Engage, advocate and support
Doctors of BC - Integration Access
Med Access
Foundry
International Medical Graduates ( streamlining the process)
Ministry of Health
Physicians - Oceanside
Nurse Practitioners
Medical Professionals
Physician Consultants ​​​
Health Alignment
Fair Care
Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation
Potential Donors & Benefactors
Gap Identification
1. No coordinated Effort - Everyone’s problem - No one’s solution
2. Competition for dollars no funding priorities
3. No Space - Location
4. Lack of Collaboration - Community Involvement
5. Recruitment and Retention Challenges