Particle.news
Download on the App Store
4 ARTICLES
·
4w ago

Kelowna General’s Pediatric Ward Stays Closed as New Pediatricians Sign On

A ministerial visit prompted community town halls that have intensified calls on interim leaders to rebuild trust through swift reforms

More than 100 people attended a townhall meeting Wednesday in Kelowna to discuss problems plaguing KGH.
Image
Image

Overview

  • The 10-bed pediatric ward at Kelowna General Hospital has been closed since May 26 despite four new pediatricians and four associate physicians signing contracts.
  • Interior Health CEO Susan Brown stepped aside late in June and an interim leadership team is now overseeing hospital operations.
  • Health Minister Josie Osborne visited KGH this week and praised staff dedication while warning reopening will require collaborative culture changes.
  • Town halls on July 2–3 attended by more than 100 residents, MLAs and frontline workers have brought emotional testimonies highlighting systemic inefficiencies and fears of reprisals.
  • Local MLAs are compiling community and staff feedback to press for swift governance reforms, expanded staffing plans and upgraded clinical systems.