This award was formally named “Living with Illness”. Our Excellence in Quality category names changed in 2020 to reflect the updates to our BC Health Quality Matrix. Visit our Categories and Criteria page to find out more.

This new program allows hemodialysis patients to set individual goals to enhance self care & promote independent dialysis, both in-centre & at home. This unit offers the tools & support for patients to manage their health care to the greatest degree possible.

For more information please contact:

Shelley Smillie
Manager, Quality and Patient Safety
Penticton Regional Hospital
Email: shelley.smillie@interiorhealth.ca