News release: Province, physicians reach tentative contract agreement
The provincial government and the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) have reached a tentative four-year contract agreement for the period April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2026.
‘A privilege and a gift’: Brenda Senger reflects on 20 years at the SMA
Brenda Senger became a staff of one when she was hired in November 2003 as director of the Saskatchewan Medical Association’s (SMA) Physician Support Programs. This area included the Physician Health Program, the Member Advisory Committee, and the Medical Benevolent Society.
SMA president Dr. Annette Epp highlights stabilization funding for family medicine, addressing racism in medicine at 2023 Fall RA
Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) president Dr. Annette Epp was pleased to hear the announcement of $20 million in stabilization funding for community-based, fee-for-service family physicians made at the 2023 Fall Representative Assembly.
New $20-million stabilization fund provides ‘meaningful first step’ for family physicians, says SMA president Dr. Annette Epp
An announcement last week of $20 million in stabilization funding for family physicians is recognition that family medicine is in dire straits but provides hope that fundamental changes to physician compensation are coming, according to Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) president Dr. Annette Epp.
Regina physician Dr. Guruswamy Sridhar recognized for longtime service to Saskatchewan Medical Association
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) recognized a longtime Regina physician, and former SMA president, with its inaugural SMA Service Award.
SMA honours physician, resident, and student with 2023 leadership awards
The Saskatchewan Medical Association recognized outstanding achievement in leading the province’s medical community by presenting three leadership awards Friday during its 2023 Fall Representative Assembly.
Dr. Nawal Sharma of Saskatoon honoured as 2023 SMA Physician of the Year
Dr. Nawal Sharma recalls his humble beginnings when reflecting on his selection as the Saskatchewan Medical Association’s (SMA) 2023 Physician of the Year.
SMA conference an important step in addressing racism in medicine in Sask., says SMA president Dr. Annette Epp
Physicians must work for change and begin addressing racism within the medical profession, Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) president Dr. Annette Epp said at an SMA conference on racism in medicine.
SMA hosts EDI conference: Uncovering Racism in Medicine: A Pathway Forward
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) is dedicated to dismantling biases and discrimination experienced by medical students, residents, and physicians. The SMA’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee hosts a one-day conference on Sept. 22, 2023, in Saskatoon entitled: Uncovering Racism in Medicine: A Pathway Forward.
MySMA Member Portal enables direct deposit reimbursements
Complete a form in the MySMA Member Portal to sign up for direct deposit reimbursements of SMA benefit programs, including CMPA, CME, Parental Leave and Retention Fund programs.