About

Who We Are

The Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association (NLMA) is the voice of organized medicine in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

The NLMA is a non-profit professional organization funded primarily by its members.

President

Dr. David Metcalfe is a family physician in St. John’s.

Dr. Metcalfe currently works in both community family medicine and in long-term care where he provides care to inpatients with a diagnosis of dementia. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and
Labrador.

On June 6, 2026, Dr. Metcalfe was installed as the 101st President of the NLMA. During his term, he intends to focus on member engagement and will advocate strongly for the needs and concerns of the incredible physicians of Newfoundland and Labrador.