Dr. Najma Ahmed, who treated victims of a fatal mass shooting in Toronto last summer, received a letter from the complaints committee of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario that said it wouldn’t be taking any further action over the matter. Continue reading
Ontario’s highest court says doctors in the province must give referrals for medical services that clash with their moral or religious beliefs. Continue reading
A new report is recommending that the Nova Scotia Health Authority improve public knowledge about emergency services. Continue reading
Nerve blocking injection reductions could adversely impact chronic pain patients. Continue reading
Two Regina doctors have been charged with improperly prescribing methadone by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan. Continue reading
The B.C. government says the Fraser Northwest region is getting 65 more health-care workers over the next three years. Continue reading
The Saskatchewan Health Authority said it is also following up on the breaches and apologized to the patients and their families. Continue reading
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In the first iteration last year, 93 per cent of first-time applicants from Canadian schools were matched, compared to only 46 per cent of international medical graduates. Continue reading
The WRHA hopes that by reducing the number of bargaining units, staff will have a clearer understanding of agreements. Continue reading
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“I was kind of stunned,” said Andrew Hopper. “Like it was surprising they have the option of refusing you.” Continue reading