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March 12, 2026

The problem of physician burnout and what can be done to address it.

CBC Maritime Noon

Dr. Muna Chowdhury, physician counsellor and program lead, Doctors Nova Scotia Professional Support Program speaks to Maritime Noon about physician burnout. (Skip to 15:50)

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January 24, 2026

N.S. doctors welcome AI note-taking tool, expert says public transparency important

CBC Nova Scotia

More than 440 medical professionals in Nova Scotia have started using artificial intelligence to record patient visits since a pilot program launched last June, according to statistics shared by the Department of Health and Wellness.

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November 6, 2025

How digital tools are improving access to health care in Nova Scotia

CTV News Atlantic

This week is Nova Scotia Health’s Digital Health Week, which is highlighting how technology has shaped health care.

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