Health System Updates — June 26, 2026
Do You Have Concerns About Hospital EPR?
As the province rolls out Electronic Patient Records (EPR) in all hospitals over the next nine months, we want to know how it’s going for you. Your feedback is essential to helping us advocate for any changes you would like to see in the process.
We know the implementation will be met with anticipation for a long overdue step away from paper records, as well as worry and concern about a major change to your practice.
➡️ Click here for our EPR resource page in our Tech for Doctors Hub.
➡️Please write to us at practiceadvice@doctorsmanitoba.ca.
HIV Testing Day is June 27
National HIV Testing Day in Canada and across North America is officially observed annually on June 27. This day promotes routine testing, early diagnosis, and access to treatment and preventative medications such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).
It is especially important this year, as Manitoba has declared an HIV public health emergency.
Learn more about how to help:
- Review the latest health care provider guidelines from Manitoba HIV
- View a list of province-wide testing sites for patients unable to get tested by their family doctor
- Read more about Manitoba’s HIV public health emergency
Rotavirus Immunization Program Changing
In the coming weeks, Manitoba’s Rotavirus Immunization Program will be transitioning to RotaTeq® (Rot‑5), a three-dose series, administered at 2, 4 and 6 months of age.
Read Manitoba Health’s memo to health care providers.
Hip and Knee Surgery Capacity Expands
Manitoba Health is adding capacity for 200 more hip and knee replacement surgeries across the province, in addition to the 800 completed at Selkirk Regional Health Centre this past year. These new surgeries will be distributed between Boundary Trails Health Centre, Brandon Regional Health Centre, Health Sciences Centre, Concordia Hospital and Selkirk Regional Health Centre on a capacity basis.
New Primary Health Care Clinic to Honour Late MLA Amanda Lathlin
The Manitoba government will name the future primary health-care clinic in The Pas after the late Amanda Lathlin, the first First Nations woman elected to the Manitoba legislature and a dedicated advocate for improved health care and services in northern Manitoba.
Ongomiizwin Honours
Congratulations to Max Rady College of Medicine student Marissa Murray, who alongside Ongomiizwin Director of Education Chantal Daniels, was recognized by the University of Manitoba’s initiative Honouring the Indigenous Campus Community for their leadership, heart, and commitment to uplifting others.
National Peer Mentorship Program for Physicians with Disabilities
The National Peer Mentorship Program for Physicians with Disabilities is recruiting mentors! This national program creates space to connect with peers who share similar lived experiences, exchange insights, and build a supportive community across the country.
Learn more and express your interest.
➡️ Reminder: We are also recruiting mentors to be a part of the Doctors Manitoba Mentorship Program. Learn more!
PRA Assessor Training
Are you a Practice-Ready Assessment (PRA) Assessor? The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) is offering online training for all PRA Assessors.
- Upcoming training session: August 12, 12 – 2:30 p.m. CT, Virtual
- Deadline to apply: July 20
The program is accredited for continuing professional development and offers up to 8.0 Mainpro+ Certified Activity credits (CFPC) and 8.00 hours of Section 1 credits (RCPSC).