The Think Tank will bring together physicians, employers, and labour organizations to discuss how to reduce the use of sick notes, alternative approaches to managing sick-related absences, and finding more efficient ways of obtaining accommodation and return-to-work advice. Our goal is to build consensus about how to reduce or eliminate requests that are not adding value while improving requests where medical expertise is required.

Key Details:

• Date: Thursday, April 11, 2024
• Time: 1:30 – 4:30 pm
• Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, 420 Corydon Ave. (Confusion Corner)
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  Please note space is limited and we will seek to include a representative cross section of different stakeholder groups. While the event is planned primarily for in-person attendance, a Zoom-based option will be offered for those outside of Winnipeg to participate remotely.

The Think Tank will bring together physicians, employers, and labour organizations to discuss how to reduce the use of sick notes, alternative approaches to managing sick-related absences, and finding more efficient ways of obtaining accommodation and return-to-work advice. Our goal is to build consensus about how to reduce or eliminate requests that are not adding value while improving requests where medical expertise is required.

The agenda will include:

• Presentation of Research and Consultation Phase
• Roundtable Discussion
• Report Back and Consensus Building

We are expecting several special guests including the Deputy Minister of Health Scott Sinclair, Manitoba Public Service Commissioner Jocelyn Baker, and Doctors Manitoba Past President Dr. Candace Bradshaw.

The Think Tank is being organized by the Joint Task Force to Reduce Administrative Burdens for Physicians, a collaborative initiative by Doctors Manitoba and the Province of Manitoba.

Please send any questions about the event to adminburden@​doctorsmanitoba.​ca.