Sunday is World Family Doctor Day

    Friday, 17 May 2024 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Over 100 physicians have been recruited to NL in the past year due to recruitment incentives.

    This Sunday is World Family Doctor Day, and this year’s theme is Healthy Planet, Healthy People. This highlights the connection between the planet’s health, our well-being, and the role of family doctors. Over 100 physicians have been recruited in the past year due to recruitment incentives, including over 50 family physicians who work throughout the province in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and communities.

     

     

     

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