Health care systems ‘dismantling’ in B.C.’s Interior amid physician resignations

The recent resignations of seven obstetricians and gynecologists from Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops and four psychiatrists from Vernon Jubilee Hospital highlight a troubling trend in British Columbia's healthcare system. This wave of departures raises concerns about the sustainability of medical services in the region, potentially impacting patient care and access to essential health services. As healthcare systems face increasing pressures, these resignations signal a critical moment that could affect many families relying on these facilities.