NLMA News

News Release: NLMA says Virtual ER Another Symptom of Failure to Address Province’s Severe Doctor Shortage

The NLMA says that Eastern Health’s decision to implement a virtual care hybrid model in Grand Bank’s emergency department is another signal the physician shortage is escalating to extreme levels. Read More

Please Get the COVID-19 Vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccine is available to all residents of NL aged 12 and up. The vaccine is safe and effective, and the best way to protect you and your loved ones from getting severely sick or hospitalized. Learn more about how to book your vaccine. Read More

News Release: Health Minister’s Comments on Doctors Per Capita Do Not Tell the Full Story

This week, Health Minister John Haggie was quoted in a CBC interview as saying: “From a numbers point of view, physicians and nurses, we actually are blessed in terms of numbers per capita.” “The issue of physician turnover and the struggle to keep d... Read More

NLMA resuming negotiations with government

After the delay associated with the provincial election, the NLMA will resume MOA negotiations with the provincial government on Wednesday, May 5. Read More

Messages to doctors on National Physicians' Day

On National Physicians Day, we thank the more than 1,500 doctors and medical residents in our province for their hard work and dedication to improving the lives of patients in Newfoundland and Labrador. Read More