LINK-ED: Strengthening Rural Emergency Care

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To support rural communities, Interior Health (IH) working with the Ministry of Health to explore a new way of delivering emergency care.

The IH LINK-ED pilot combines in-person and virtual physician support for patients needing emergency care overnight.

The goal?

  • Reliable overnight access
  • Better work-life balance for physicians
  • Strong, dependable care for the communities that count on us

We are collaborating with physicians, nursing staff and community leaders in Lillooet, Princeton, Clearwater and Nakusp to pilot LINK-ED and assess its feasibility beginning this winter and into the new year.


Have your say

We want to hear from community members to ensure we meet your needs. On this page, you can follow the pilot’s progress, share feedback or ask questions.

To support rural communities, Interior Health (IH) working with the Ministry of Health to explore a new way of delivering emergency care.

The IH LINK-ED pilot combines in-person and virtual physician support for patients needing emergency care overnight.

The goal?

  • Reliable overnight access
  • Better work-life balance for physicians
  • Strong, dependable care for the communities that count on us

We are collaborating with physicians, nursing staff and community leaders in Lillooet, Princeton, Clearwater and Nakusp to pilot LINK-ED and assess its feasibility beginning this winter and into the new year.


Have your say

We want to hear from community members to ensure we meet your needs. On this page, you can follow the pilot’s progress, share feedback or ask questions.

  • Take the survey today and let us know your thoughts on virtual care in emergency departments. It only takes a few minutes, and your feedback will help the project team tailor services to meet the needs of your community.

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