2026 BC Rural Health Awards
Posted June 1, 2026
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MaBAL pathway gives rural providers just-in-time support for maternity cases
Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) is giving rural communities more equitable access to maternity and delivery services and helping rural providers feel supported along the way. The Maternity and Babies Advice Line (MaBAL) was launched in August 2020. It is a 24/7 support line for rural providers who want to talk to Family Doctors with perinatal care experience
Real-Time Virtual Support program featured at national conference
Real-Time Virtual Support team members, Dr. John Pawlovich, Dr. Kendal Ho, Dave Harris, Dr. Brydon Blacklaws, and Helen Novack Lauscher, showcased their work to national audiences at the CAEP National Grand Rounds.