NLMA News

President's Letter: Province will reimburse licensure and registration fees for Retired Family Physicians who wish to help during this time of crisis

The Department of Health and Community Services has announced a new program to encourage fully retired family physicians to return to practice so they can provide locum support in a time of crisis. Read More

President's Letter: NLMA meeting regularly with Health Minister to address crisis

As most of you are aware, Tom Osborne was sworn in as the new Minister of Health and Community Services on July 6. Since his appointment, the NLMA has held three meetings with the new Minister and his officials, including one with both Premier Furey ... Read More

Deadline Extended: EOI - Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador

Under the Medical Act, 2011, the Provincial Government is required to appoint medical practitioners to the Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador. At this time, a request has been made to the NLMA to put forth ... Read More

News Release - Dr. Kris Luscombe installed as the new President of the NLMA

Dr. Kris Luscombe is the new President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association (NLMA). Dr. Luscombe was installed as NLMA President by Dr. Katharine Smart, President of the Canadian Medical Association, during the NLMA’s Annual General M... Read More

2017 – 2023 MOA Increases and Payment Timelines

Government has provided a projected payment date of July 29, 2022, for FFS physicians to receive the across-the-board percentage increase arising from the 2017 – 2023 MOA. Read More