Connecting with colleagues supports physician wellness
Mentorship may cover other areas as identified by participants. The program connects IMGs with their peers through group mentorship. If you are an IMG looking for support navigating the Nova Scotia health-care system and help with practice efficiency, this program is for you. We are also recruiting IMG mentors for the program who can provide advice. If this sounds like something you could provide, please get in touch!
This program has received sponsorship and in-kind support from Doctors Nova Scotia.
Creating a supportive environment
Building connections helps prevent burnout
Learn the ropes from someone who’s been there
Connect with an established physician who can provide you with accurate, timely information that will help you navigate Nova Scotia’s health-care system, improve your practice efficiency and build your confidence in your new environment.
Giving back
Support new Nova Scotians
Doctors Nova Scotia is always looking for IMG mentors who can provide advice about navigating the health-care system and practical insights related to daily practice. If this sounds like something you could provide, we’d love to hear from you.
Credit Hour Statement:
This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education for up to 2.0 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits.
This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education. You may claim a maximum of 2.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
Through an agreement between the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert Royal College MOC credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Information on the process to convert Royal College MOC credit to AMA credit can be found at edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications.
