The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) is deeply concerned about the closure of Prairie Harm Reduction in Saskatoon and the risk this decision poses to patient safety, as well as the impact this decision will have on our strained health care system.
Herold Road Family Physicians’ Innovation Fund project aims to improve access to mental health care services and dietary counselling, enhance care coordination, and expand team-based care for adults diagnosed with chronic diseases.
Dr. Ankit Kapur spent two years in residency at the La Ronge Medical Clinic and Dr. Julia Kapur spent one, where they experienced the benefits of a Patient’s Medical Home (PMH) model.
Associate Medical Clinic’s Innovation Fund project sees a pharmacist located within the Prince Albert clinic who accepts referrals from the 10 physicians. While the referral includes the area of support needed, the patient and the pharmacist set a goal together.
Dr. Karissa Brabant says the Innovation Fund has been transformative for herself and her clinic - Circle Medical Centre in Moose Jaw.
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) share the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to reducing preventable deaths and supporting people living with severe substance use disorders. Physicians across the province see the tragic impact of the toxic drug crisis every day and agree that urgent action is necessary.
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) share the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to reducing preventable deaths and supporting people living with severe substance use disorders. Physicians across the province see firsthand the devastating impact of the toxic drug crisis and believe urgent action is needed.
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – which is March 21 – reminds us that racism is not a distant or abstract concept in Saskatchewan, according to Dr. Nnamdi Ndubuka.
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) announces the appointment of Dr. Shayne Burwell as chair of the SMA Board of Directors. Current board chair Dr. Janet Shannon is leaving the position on May 31, 2026, after serving for nine years.
The new report by the Canadian Medical Association and the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says Sask. physicians dedicate 10.7 hours per week to administrative tasks.
