On Aug. 17, Nova Scotians elected a Progressive Conservative (PC) government under Premier Tim Houston. Premier Houston campaigned on overhauling the health-care system and care delivery in Nova Scotia – revamping the system that currently has over 75,000 Nova Scotians […]
Doctors Nova Scotia has a new president. Dr. Heather Johnson assumed the role at the association’s annual conference on June 12. Dr. Johnson has practised family medicine in Bridgewater for 20 years, and currently works within a collaborative practice with […]
May 1 is Doctors Day – a time to recognize Nova Scotia’s doctors and their dedication to patient care. The event is taking on a special significance this year as we mark the second Doctors Day of the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
In a profession dominated by throwaway supplies and overpackaged items, it’s difficult for physicians to square their work with the concept of environmental stewardship. “I remember one day watching the waste from my OR going down the hall,” said Dr. […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in Nova Scotia, physicians stepped up. They knew that no matter what, Nova Scotians would still need access to health care – whether that meant a routine check-up, a flu shot or life-saving measures for […]
As COVID-19 spreads, everyone is being forced to adapt, including those working on the front lines in hospitals and clinics. Nova Scotian health-care providers are finding new ways to deliver care to their patients. Meanwhile, many people are struggling to […]
How do you recognize a concussion? When does a concussion need medical attention? There’s a good chance you may not know the answers, according to a recent online survey commissioned by the Public Health Agency of Canada. Fewer than half […]
For Dr. Gaynor Watson-Creed, public health is like the air bag in your car. You don’t see it, but when you need it, it has to be there. “And when it fails, you really notice it,” she says. As deputy […]
By now, you’ve probably heard that Nova Scotia doctors have ratified two new four-year contracts with the provincial government. The new contracts, which are retroactive to April 2019, offer all doctors 2% raises in each of the four years, as […]
Each year, at the association’s annual conference, Doctors Nova Scotia recognizes physicians who are making a big difference for patients and their communities. The awards celebrate some of the most dedicated, innovative and caring doctors in the province. Distinguished Service Award: […]
