Physician Leadership Institute

Doctors Nova Scotia has collaborated with Joule to offer four two-day courses. Doctors Nova Scotia members are able to participate at a reduced rate because DNS is subsidizing 60 percent of the program costs for physicians.

• "Insights Discovery: Understanding your Personality Preferences" on April 18 and 19, 2020, Membertou Trade and Convention Centre, Sydney. CANCELLED, refunds will be issued to those who have registered.
• "Managing disruptive behaviour" on May 23 and 24, 2020 at Oak Island Resort and Conference Centre. CANCELLED, refunds will be issued to those who have registered.
• "Leadership for Medical Women" on Oct. 26 and 27, 2019 in Halifax. CLOSED
• "Crucial Conversations" on Nov. 23 and 24, 2019 in Dartmouth. CLOSED

The association is pleased to offer $200/weekend to cover expenses related to childcare. Review the Childcare Policy here.

Physician Leadership Development Program

The association has again collaborated with Joule to offer a Physician Leadership Development Program that aims to enhance the skills of experienced leaders to influence health system decisions that affect physicians and patients. The program is comprised of six, two-day modules to be completed over a six-month period.