Reché McKeague, K.C., joins SMA as first in-house legal counsel
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) has hired Saskatoon lawyer Reché McKeague, K.C. as its first in-house legal counsel.
Fundamental change needed to sustain health care, delegates told at 2022 Fall Representative Assembly
Saskatchewan’s physicians understand fundamental changes in the health system are needed to sustain family medicine over the long term, Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) President Dr. John Gjevre told delegates to the SMA’s 2022 Fall Representative Assembly (RA).
Dr. Pieter Maree of Hudson Bay honoured as SMA 2022 Physician of the Year
Hudson Bay family physician Dr. Pieter Maree was “completely surprised” when informed he is the recipient of the Saskatchewan Medical Association’s (SMA) 2022 Physician of the Year Award.
SMA honours physician, resident and student with 2022 leadership awards
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) recognized outstanding achievement in leading Saskatchewan’s medical community by presenting three leadership awards Friday during its 2022 Fall Representative Assembly.
Physicians accept 36-hour challenge living on Saskatoon streets
Three Saskatoon physicians are taking part in a 36-hour challenge to survive as if homeless on the streets. The Sanctum Survivor Winter Challenge takes place Nov. 3-4.
Dr. Nnamdi Ndubuka ready to lead SMA’s EDI initiatives in new role as Physician Advocate
Dr. Nnamdi Ndubuka, who has extensive experience working with Indigenous people and other equity-deserving groups, saw the graphic images of George Floyd’s death in the United States, and a spark was ignited.
SMA observes Sept. 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) offices will close Sept. 30 in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The federal government has declared Sept. 30 a federal statutory holiday.
Town hall on SMA governance review planned for Oct. 18
The Saskatchewan Medical Association’s (SMA) review of its governance processes has been proceeding apace this fall and includes a virtual Town Hall for physicians on Oct. 18, 2022.
Sept. 29 session postponed: Fall online learning series to deepen understanding of EDI issues in medicine
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA), in collaboration with the Division of Social Accountability, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, will offer a series of learning sessions this fall intended to deepen awareness of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) issues.
Key SMA committees seek physician members
Three key committee of the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) have openings for physician members. Now is your chance to get involved in your SMA. The committee are: