Doctors Nova Scotia

Doctors Nova Scotia will keep our members, health-care partners and the public informed of our work by using other communication channels. Stay connected with us on our Facebook and LinkedIn pages, and subscribe to our public e-newsletter at  yourdoctors.ca.

The association’s decision to stop using X is grounded in our commitment to EDI and to ensuring safe, inclusive and positive work experiences for our staff.

Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS) has decided to leave X due to rising levels of hate, harassment and disinformation on the social media platform.

Interested in learning more about the benefits of self-compassion, register now for April online workshops. fohwtc.ca @WellnessCdn @MentalHealthNS @Doctors_NS @CCSMH

📢 Hey members: a reminder that we’re still seeking candidates for President-elect (2024-25). Do you have leadership experience, strong communication skills & are seen as a leader by your peers? Consider putting your name forward! Deadline is March 22: buff.ly/3P2eYVs

Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic will be in Bridgewater (South Shore Community Health, 26 North St.) on Sunday, March 3 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For details, visit nshealth.ca/mobileprimaryc…

Listen to this Nova Scotia Sisterhood interview with Dr. Leah Jones and Nurse Elizabeth on CBC morning! Their work shows the importance of creating culturally safe healthcare settings. cbc.ca/player/play/23…

Reminder! 👋 Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic will be in Yarmouth (Harbour South Medical Centre, 235 Main St.) on Wednesday, Feb. 28 from 5 - 8:30 p.m. For details, visit nshealth.ca/mobileprimaryc…

The new YourDoctors.ca is now LIVE, with a modern look & improved navigation. Check out the physician profiles and blog posts & read all about Nova Scotia’s dedicated doctors. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest content sent to your inbox. yourdoctors.ca/blog/healthy-l…

Public Health’s Early Years programs in Central Zone and Northern Zone hold regular clinics offering routine early childhood vaccines for children who do not have a primary care provider, or do not have an MSI number (health card). Learn more: nshealth.ca/immunizations.

We are happy to welcome Amanda Penney, VP People & Culture, @LindsayConstruc, as our new Board Chair. Amanda is a long-time supporter & we're grateful for her dedication to our mission. We know that her passion for creating a healthy tomorrow will help light our way forward.

Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic will be in Pugwash (North Cumberland Memorial Hospital, 260 Gulf Shore Rd.) on Saturday, February 24 from 8:30 a.m - 3:30 p.m. For details on how to access care, visit nshealth.ca/mobileprimaryc…

ICYMI Nova Scotia physicians: check out our February magazine online. Read about New Waterford family physician Dr. Onyebuchi “Stephanie” Ofoegbu, an update on the LFM payment model, climate change and health, plus much more: buff.ly/3UAAqEO

Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic will be in Bridgewater (26 North Street) on Wednesday, February 21 and Wednesday, February 28 from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and on Sunday, February 25 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For details on how to access care, visit nshealth.ca/mobileprimaryc…

Great free workshops coming up! Register at fohwtc.ca

Kids Run Club is proud to be launching into our 20th year & we want to acknowledge our partners & sponsors in this milestone! Thanks for helping us get more than 17,000 kids active through running every year! @Doctors_NS @nsgov @Financial_MD

Exciting news! The 12th Annual Thomas and Alice Morgans Fear Memorial Conference is returning to Halifax Convention Centre on May 27! Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and advocate for gender equity and shared care. Save the date!

NEW CMO APPOINTED 🩺 Hockey Nova Scotia is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Leisha Hawker as our new Chief Medical Officer. 🥼 Welcome to our team, Dr. Hawker. 👏 LEARN MORE ➡️ hockeynovascotia.ca/home/dr-leisha… @Doctors_NS | #nsproud

African Nova Scotian William Hall, a 19th-century Victoria Cross recipient, will be honoured on Heritage Day, Monday, February 19 news.novascotia.ca/en/2024/02/15/…