Menzies Medical Centre, C.W. Wiebe Medical Centre, along with Southern Health-Santé Sud hosted first and second year medical students through the Rural Interest Group for a weekend workshop aimed at promoting the benefits of practicing medicine in rural communities. Approximately 30 University of Manitoba medical students participated in the event that took place on March 9, 2024. Students were able to participate in clinical workstations that were located at Boundary Trails Health Centre where students put their skills to the test doing everything from sutures, intubation techniques, women’s health and ultrasound. A tour of the regional health centre was provided to students highlighting the many opportunities and benefits the communities of Morden and Winkler can offer physicians looking for rural medicine opportunities.

We would like to acknowledge the investment in recruitment and retention efforts from Menzies Medical Centre, C.W. Wiebe Medical Centre, staff, physician leaders and community members.

Thank you!