Ticket sales end on October 8—don’t miss out!
Teaming Up to Attract and Keep Medical Talent in New Brunswick
- October 9th, 2024 | 8:30 am - 12:30 am
- Market Square Theatre, Saint John
- One panel and three short talks
- Network with top health professionals and decision makers
Well Said is a dynamic 4-hour event designed to inspire greater interest and enthusiasm in New Brunswick’s healthcare landscape. As healthcare systems across Canada face significant staffing challenges, this event aims to foster a sense of belonging and commitment to our evolving healthcare sector. Join us to be part of the solution!
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Our Sponsors
Health Innovator
Wellness Leader
Health Advocate
Well Being Partner
Guest Speakers
Well Said Agenda (Oct 9, 2024)
8:30 am – 9:00 am
- Registration and Networking
9:00 am – 9:30
- Presentations and coffee
- Opening Remarks: Nancy Grant, Mayor of Rothesay, Radiation Oncologist
9:30 am – 11:00 am
Attracting and Retaining Healthcare Talent: Strategies for Success
Dynamic panel discussion addressing one of New Brunswick’s critical challenges: attracting and retaining healthcare professionals. In this 1.5-hour session, leaders from the healthcare sector will explore key obstacles, share effective strategies, and discuss innovative solutions to strengthen medical staffing in the region.
Learn about successful initiatives, measurable outcomes, and future approaches to ensure a robust and sustainable healthcare workforce.
- Dr. Lisa Best, Associate Dean of Integrated Health at the University of New Brunswick Saint John, Professor of Psychology
- Heather Farrell, Physician Talent Acquisition Manager, Horizon Health Network
- Ashley King, Chief Executive Officer at Loch Lomond Villa, Inc.
- Alyssa Long, Executive Director at the The New Brunswick Medical Education Foundation
- Panel Moderator: Siyum Mohiuddin, Medical Student at Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
- Courtney Figler, Interim Executive Director at JUST US; We All Struggle Inc.
Mental Health Services: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities - Oguzhan Kirazli,
- Diane Snelgrove, Kaleidoscope Impact
Retiree Employment Agency (R.E.A.)
Support for senior employment in New Brunswick area
Why Well Said is bringing you value?
It’s essential to discuss strategies for recruiting and retaining medical professionals in New Brunswick as we examine how current initiatives are tackling this critical challenge. By understanding the context and developments within the health system, you’ll gain valuable insights into current trends and emerging needs
- Primary care is ‘crumbling,’ as New Brunswickers without provider nears 180,000 (CTV News)
- New Brunswick’s Health Care System in Crisis: Urgent Action Required from Provincial Government (New Brunswick Medical Society, 2024)
- Medical professionals call for extra $600M in N.B. budget to transform health-care system (CBC, 2024)
Academia, Government, Community, and Industry Together
At Well Said, you'll connect and network!
Well Said attracts a diverse and prestigious gathering of professionals from various fields within the health sector. Therefore, we are proud to welcome professionals from:
- Healthcare Providers
- Healthcare Administrators and Executives
- Medical Associations and Professional Bodies
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Health Insurance Providers
- Public Health Officials and Government Leaders
- Healthcare Consultants
- Medical Researchers and Academics
- Health IT and Digital Health Leaders
- Healthcare Funders and Investors
- Health Policy Makers and Advocates
- Medical Educators
- Health and Wellness Professionals
- Long-Term Care and Senior Living Administrators
- Health Facility Developers and Planners
- Medical Supply and Equipment Providers
- Pharmacists and Pharmacy Owners
- Occupational Health and Safety Experts
Speakers 2024
Dr. Lisa Best
Professor of Psychology and Associate Dean of Integrated Health at the University of New Brunswick Saint John
Heather Farrell
Physician Talent Acquisition Manager, Horizon Health Network
Ashley King
Chief Executive Officer at Loch Lomond Villa
Alyssa Long
Executive Director at the The New Brunswick Medical Education Foundation (NBMEF)
Mayor Nancy Grant
Mayor at Town of Rothesay & Radiation Oncologist
Oguzhan Kirazli
Director, Projects & Operations at TechTAP –MyVitalScan
Courtney Figler
Just Us, Interim Executive Director
Siyum Mohiuddin
Medical Student at Dalhousie Medicine
Diane Snelgrove
Kaleidoscope Impact
The ideal event for those who fit any of these profiles
Healthcare Executive
Health Policy Maker
Healthcare Entrepreneur
Medical Researcher
Digital Health Leader
Student
Especially if you identify with any of these areas:
Driving transformative changes in healthcare
Shaping health policies and advocating for public health
Innovating and leading new healthcare solutions
Advancing medical research and academic knowledge
Leading in health IT and digital health advancements
Engaging in health professional practice or education
This is just the beginning. Our journey together at Well Said is filled with opportunities, connections, and stories of impact. We invite you to dive into the heart of this event, to discover the transformative experiences, meaningful relationships, and innovative initiatives that are shaping the health sector.
Secure your access through any of these options
Ticket sales end on October 8—don’t miss out!
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- General Admission
- Panel of Discussion
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- Networking
- Coffee and Sips
Ten and twenty ticket packages available. Support your own delegates or your communities and show you’re a model organization.
Recommended for businesses, governmental and non-for-profit organizations
- Mention as event partner
- General Admission
- Panel of Discussion
- Short Talks
- Networking
- Coffee and Sips
- Discounted price before Sept 30
Well Said 2024 is brought to you by:
Special Thanks to Our Organizing Committee
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Join us in this collaborative effort to build a thriving healthcare workforce that ensures high-quality care for all
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