The provincial government has approved two, new full-time positions for Halifax-based medical oncologists, in addition to a one-year locum to provide more immediate support while recruitment efforts are underway.
With the guarantee of two new positions, the one-year locum and a part-time General Practitioner Oncologist position in Kentville, Halifax-based medical oncologists have indicated they are able to continue clinics in Yarmouth and New Glasgow, beginning with the November clinics.
With the approval of these positions, the process will begin to post and recruit for them.
Drew Bethune, Senior Medical Director, NSHA Cancer Care Program described the announcement as “absolutely wonderful news” for cancer patients.
Reported by Sean MacLellan
