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Non-statutory association for medical practitioners in South Africa. Your trusted ally and advocate in all healthcare related matters. #OneSAMA

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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#Webinar #Registrar.Tick tock! Time is running out to secure your spot at the #MMED Mastery webinar that will kick off at 18h30 tonight, 16 July. Proudly hosted by SARA, this is the first of a few #MMED webinars that will offer practical, tailored support based on where you are
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As a leading professional membership organisation for medical doctors, The South African Medical Association (SAMA) is proud to share a brief update following our recent Annual General Meeting. Delivered by SAMA CEO, Dr Mzulungile Nodikida, a special thank you to our members and
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#Webinar.📢 Calling all #MMED #Registrars!. A recent SARA survey revealed that many registrars face challenges completing their research, from choosing a topic to getting ethics approval, analysing data, and publishing. To help you finish your MMED within the 4-year window, SARA
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#Webinar Join us for a “Strengthening Death Certification and Reporting in South Africa” webinar on 17 July 2025 that will unpack the challenges doctors face in accurately certifying and reporting deaths. Why you should attend:.⭕ Hear from experts - Dr Angelique Coetzee, Dr
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On the 11 July 2025, SAMA met with the Premier of KwaZulu-Natal to address the critical issue of unemployed medical doctors in the province. The Premier shared steps being taken, including engagements with the President and re-prioritisation of provincial funds to urgently
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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Often considered to be superhuman, doctors are subject to challenging working conditions, long hours and high-pressure environments. This trifecta may create the perfect breeding ground for mental health conditions to develop, especially if doctors go unchecked. Mental Illness
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#MediaInterview Tune in as SAMA Chairperson, Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa, shares critical insights on the recently released Section 59 Final Report, including:.- What the findings mean for doctors.- The reforms SAMA is demanding.- And how we’re supporting members affected by unfair audits
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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Catch SAMA CEO on air at 16h15 todday (04 July 2025) talking about the declining safety of healthcare workers with @Newzroom405 .#OneSAMA #SAMAIsHereForYou
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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🩺💔 To the doctor attacked in Durban this morning, and to every healthcare worker who has faced violence, threats, or fear while simply trying to save lives:.- We see you.- We stand with you.- And we remain fiercely committed to realising a healthcare system where those who care
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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You’ve worked hard to get here but who supports you as your medical career takes off? ❓ 😕. At SAMA, we ensure that as a junior doctor you are not alone. ⭕ Contract & Workplace Support – Protecting your rights and fair employment conditions.⭕ Career Guidance & Mentorship –
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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👉 From rural clinics to major hospitals, this is a SAMA shoutout to medical doctors who are the heartbeat of the nation’s healthcare system - they are: .- Committed.- Resilient.- Driven by purpose. 🙌Together, we’re working towards a healthier, more equitable healthcare system
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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🩺 In a country grappling with both a healthcare and unemployment crisis, it is deeply distressing to witness qualified, committed doctors left without work - not due to a lack of funding, but because of systemic failure. 👉SAMA stands in unwavering solidarity with the
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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🔔 URGENT UPDATE FOR SAMA MEMBERS. We are actively engaging the @HPCSA_ over significant delays in updating CPD points on practitioner portals, despite timely submissions by providers. With the 30 June 2025 deadline for compliance fast approaching, we’ve escalated the issue
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#Webinar #Reminder In celebration of Youth Month, we’re bringing together powerful voices and fresh perspectives to explore what it means to lead in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Whether you're a student, intern, community service doctor, or a seasoned professional
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#SAMAHealthSummit2026. 📢 You guessed it! This beautiful venue, the @SouthernSunGrp Elangeni & Maharani will house the SAMA Health Summit from 22 - 24 May 2026!. Under the theme “Innovate to Elevate: Transforming Healthcare Together,” this summit promises three powerful days of:
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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#Webinar June marks Youth Month, a time to honour the resilience, potential and transformative power of young people in shaping South Africa’s future. ☝ In the healthcare sector, this moment calls us to spotlight and support the emerging professionals who will lead, innovate,
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
29 days
📢 Calling all SAMA members!. 🔥 We are excited to share that SAMA is now on WhatsApp! This enables us to connect with you instantly, sharing important updates, CPD reminders, member benefits and more!. ✨ When you receive a message from us on WhatsApp, please tap ‘CONTINUE’ so
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
29 days
As the devastating floods in the Eastern Cape continue to unfold, it is vital to respond to urgent health needs while also planning for long-term strategies to lessen the impact of climate-related disasters. We have voiced serious concerns about the increased risk of waterborne.
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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This Youth Day, 16 June 2025, we honour and celebrate you. You’ve chosen a path that requires strength, compassion, and an extraordinary sense of purpose. In a time meant for exploration and growth, you’ve committed yourselves:.- To care.- To service.- And to learning in one of
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The South African Medical Association (SAMA)
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✨ Today, we honour and celebrate all fathers, for their strength, guidance, and unwavering love. To the fathers in our medical community, we extend our deepest gratitude 🙏 🥼 You wear many hats:.- Healer.- Mentor.- Caregiver.- And most importantly, dad. ☝ Balancing the
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