NLMA News

Advice for patients regarding appointments at medical clinics

The NLMA advises the public that many physician clinics and offices, outside of hospitals, remain open and are handling appointments. Physician offices that close, change their hours, or switch appointments to telephone or video calls will advise you... Read More

NLMA asks the public to join in recognizing doctors on National Physician’s Day

Today, on National Physician’s Day, we pay tribute to the more than 1,500 doctors and medical residents in our province who are on the front lines of the pandemic to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and keep us safe. Read More

Virtual Care Webinar for Specialists and Family Physicians

There will be a provincial webinar session hosted by the NLMA and FPRP on Tuesday, March 31 at 12 noon NT (11:30 a.m. in Labrador), on getting started with virtual care. We will joined by physicians who have built virtual care into their practice. Read More

Unfilled residency positions signal worsening problems for province woefully short of family doctors

Over one-third of available family medicine residency positions in the province remain vacant after the first round of the CaRMS match, according to information obtained by the NLMA. Read More

Expressions of Interest invited for Family Practice Renewal Committee & EMR Management Committee

The NLMA is inviting Expressions of Interest for the Family Practice Renewal Committee (FPRC) and the EMR Management Committee. Deadline for Expressions of Interest is close of business Friday, February 28, 2020. Read More