Events

NZMA releases Election Manifesto – Where are the health policies?

Aug

At midday 12 August 2020 Covid alert level changes

Jul

NZMA supports mandatory labelling rules for alcohol products

The NZMA welcomes the introduction of mandatory pregnancy warning labels on all alcohol products.

Apr

NZMA working tirelessly for you our members - here's how

Cast your vote now to elect two new members to the NZMA Board

Feb

2019 Teaching Awards - RMO Shortlist

The second round of nominations for the 2019 NZMA & NZMSA Teaching Awards is open.

Feb

2019 Teaching Awards - SMO Shortlist

The second round of nominations for the 2019 NZMA & NZMSA Teaching Awards is open.

2020 NZMA Board Medical Student Representative

Congratulations and welcome to Karan Banker as he has been elected into the role of 2020 NZMA Board Medical Student Representative.

2020 Doctors-in-Training PGY1 Representative

Congratulations to Jibi Kunnethedam who has been elected as the 2020 PGY1 representative on the NZMA Doctors-in-Training Council.

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Please see below for information about upcoming events in the health sector. If you would like to advertise an event on this page, please email the details to the Communications Manager.

Mar

2021

Sustainable Healthcare and Climate Health Aotearoa Conference 2021

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Mar

2021

74th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the New Zealand Society of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery

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2021 Rehabilitation Medicine Society of Australia and New Zealand 5th Annual Scientific Meeting (RMSANZ 2021)

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2021 Rehabilitation Medicine Society of Australia and New Zealand 5th Annual Scientific Meeting (RMSANZ 2021)

22-25 June 2021

‍Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Queensland, Australia

Tuesday 22 - Friday 25 June 2021

https://www.dcconferences.com.au/rmsanz2021/

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The theme for RMSANZ 2021 is Forging Alliances – New Horizons. This theme speaks to the unfolding and expanding possibilities, as well as the collaborative and inter-disciplinary nature of contemporary rehabilitation practice both in the hospital setting and in the communities.

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The program aims to showcase the breadth and depth of latest scientific research and provide opportunities for RMSANZ members and our colleagues from allied health, nursing, community partners and related medical specialties to share knowledge, skills and experiences, to network, and to enjoy all the attractions that Gold Coast has to offer.

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74th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the New Zealand Society of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery

9–12 November 2021

You are warmly invited to attend the 74th NZSOHNS Annual Scientific Meeting in Taupō at Wairakei Resort & Conference Centre from 9–12 November 2021.

The scientific committee has organised a world class academic programme that covers all the subgroups of otolaryngology, head and neck Surgery. The committee has invited international and national experts to participate in the meeting. A wonderful social programme is organised by the social committee that delegates and their partners will enjoy.

Visit the conference website: https://www.orl2021.nz/

Sustainable Healthcare and Climate Health Aotearoa Conference 2021

22–23 June 2021

The Sustainable Health Sector National Network, the University of Otago, OraTaiao and Global Green and Healthy Hospitals are delighted to announce that the two-day Sustainable Healthcare and Climate Health Conference Aotearoa will be held on 22–23 June 2021.

The conference will be open to anyone interested in ensuring New Zealand moves ahead with urgency to a low emission, resilient and equitable health system. Delegates will include clinicians, nurses, doctors, policymakers, researchers, architects, consultants, sustainability champions, operational managers, suppliers, procurement agencies, board members and students—anyone who wants to create a healthy planet with healthy people.

The new Public Sector target has created a sense of urgency to accelerate our work which will now be better informed by what we have learned from our experience of the current pandemic. As a result many more of us have started to think differently about our world and this will be reflected in the conference themes of re-visioning, regenerating and reconnecting.

Please see below for information about upcoming events in the health sector. If you would like to advertise an event on this page, please email the details to the Communications Manager.

Mar

NZMA Calls for the Government to Prioritise Support for Healthcare Workers in the Front Line Against Coronavirus

Jan

GP shortage in Northland symptom of growing crisis in general practice

The New Zealand Medical Association calls on the Government to deliver what it promised in the last election.

2019 New Zealand Medical Association’s Robinson Award Manuscript Announced

The New Zealand Medical Association’s 2019 Richard Robinson Award is for the medical research manuscript Childhood predictors of adult adiposity: Findings from a longitudinal study

Dr Scott Metcalfe awarded NZMA Fellowship

On Tuesday evening 3 December 2019 at an event held at NZMA House in Wellington, Dr Scott Metcalfe was awarded a New Zealand Medical Association Fellowship by NZMA President Dr Sue Hayde.

Karen Brown Receives NZMA’s 2019 Chair's Award

The New Zealand Medical Association’ s highest accolade the Chair's award was presented to Karen Brown at an NZMA event on Tuesday 3 December in Wellington.

Nov

Put a stop to bullying, says NZMA

The New Zealand Medical Association (NZMA) is concerned by the findings of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists’ (ASMS) study on bullying in the New Zealand senior medical workforce, and encourages employers and colleges to continue their focus on eliminating these unprofessional behaviours.

NZMA declares climate change a health emergency

The New Zealand Medical Association declares climate change a serious and leading threat to health and health equity, both in New Zealand and worldwide.

NZMA Applauds the Appointment of the Initial Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission

The New Zealand Medical Association welcomes the announcement of an Initial Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission. We look forward to working with the newly appointed Chair Hayden Wano and the Commission.

NZMA Commends Government’s Initiative to Establish a Suicide Prevention Office

The New Zealand Medical Association commends the recent announcement by the Government to establish a suicide prevention office (SPO).

NZMA Welcomes Government Pledge of $6M for Mental Health Targeting GP Providers

The New Zealand Medical Association welcomes the latest pledge by the Government to inject $6 million for medical centres nationwide to boost mental health services.

Aug

NZMA welcomes the Consumer NZ Report on New Zealanders wanting a ban of advertising for prescription medicines

The New Zealand Medical Association welcomes the latest Consumer New Zealand Report that shows the majority of New Zealanders want advertisements for prescription medicines to be banned.

Jul

NZMA alarmed for patients at lack of clinical training in diagnosis of sore throats

Patient diagnoses are not a simple matter. What may present as a straightforward sore throat and upper respiratory tract infection, and approximately 80% are, can be a symptom of a more serious illness such as flu, bronchitis, pneumonia and glandular fever which require a full history and examination. Pharmacists are not medically trained and do not have the clinical expertise and training in diagnosis, which can put patients at risk.

Jul

NZMA Welcomes the Waitangi Tribunal’s Report

The New Zealand Medical Association welcomes the Waitangi Tribunal’s Report on stage one of the Health Services and Outcomes Kaupapa Inquiry.

NZMA Welcomes NZ's First Wellbeing Budget

The New Zealand Medical Association welcomes New Zealand’s first Wellbeing Budget which will improve the lives of families most in need. In particular we welcome the investment of $1.9 Billion in Mental Health and Addiction and the new frontline service for mental health.

Doctors condemn attacks and call for urgent action on gun control

The New Zealand Medical Association condemns the horrific terrorist attacks in Christchurch and strongly supports the Government’s move to immediately tighten gun control in New Zealand.

New Zealand Medical Association and Cannabis 2020 Referendum

Cannabis is a harmful drug that causes a range of health and social harms at the individual and community level. NZMA does not condone the use of cannabis for recreational purpose and opposes legalisation. This position has not changed with the government’s announcement yesterday (Tuesday 7 May) of a 2020 cannabis legalisation referendum.

NZMA joins call for comprehensive dental service

The New Zealand Medical Association is joining the call for a comprehensive and affordable dental service to be made available to all New Zealanders.

Feb

NZMA Welcomes New Healthy Homes Standards

The New Zealand Medical Association welcomes the new Healthy Home Standards announced by the Government, that sets minimum requirements for warm and dry rental properties.

Jan

NZMA’s Seven Actions to Mitigate Health and Climate Change

NZMA recommends the following seven actions to address climate change. “Seven actions to make change happen.” As medical professionals we have a responsibility to advocate for strong action to address climate change for health of all New Zealanders and globally” says Dr Kate Baddock Chair of the NZMA.