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2024 PMA Scholarships Celebrate Next Generation Of Pacific Health Professionals
Monday, 25 November 2024, 11:01 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
PMA Membership Board Chair, Dr Elizabeth Dunn, expressed pride in the continued growth of Pacific people in health. She said over 150 scholarship applications were received, all of which were of high calibre, so it's reassuring to know that the future of ... More >>
Upcoming Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation Ball To Promote Early Detection
Wednesday, 20 November 2024, 11:34 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
This event is the latest in a long line of initiatives spearheaded by the CIBCF, which has been advocating for and promoting early detection of breast cancer for over 20 years. More >>
PMA Group CEO Debbie Sorensen Appointed To New Zealand's Social Investment Board
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 10:49 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The PMA Group announces the appointment of its CEO, Debbie Sorensen, to the newly established Social Investment Board. This esteemed board has been formed to provide expert advice on implementing a social investment approach across the public sector ... More >>
Uto Bulabula – Healthy Hearts: A Regional Solution To A Regional Problem
Monday, 30 September 2024, 1:50 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
Funded bythe New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT)through theNew Zealand Medical Treatment Scheme (NZMTS) and coordinated by the PMA, the initiativemarks a significant milestone in regional healthcare collaboration and ... More >>
A Legacy Of Advocacy And Social Justice: PMA Remembers Māori King Kīngi Tūheitia
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 10:55 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Group joins Aotearoa New Zealand in expressing their heartfelt condolences to the family of the Māori King, Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, who peacefully passed away at the age of 69 last week. More >>
PACMAT Deployed To Tonga To Support 53rd Pacific Islands Forum
Monday, 26 August 2024, 9:21 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
We have a diverse team of health professionals skilled in emergency response, ready to provide the assistance needed. When called upon, we respond swiftly, upholding our commitment to our partners. More >>
Uto Bulabula - Healthy Hearts: Innovative Children's Health Project Set To Save Lives In Fiji
Monday, 15 July 2024, 4:58 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
It will be the largest mission undertaken in the history of the New Zealand Medical Treatment Scheme, which has been facilitating life-saving care for people in Pacific countries for over 30 years. More >>
Pasifika Medical Association Group Welcomes Moana Pasifika Into The PMA Family
Friday, 5 July 2024, 9:46 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Group proudly announces its support for Moana Pasifika, extending a warm welcome to the esteemed rugby franchise into the PMA family. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both organisations, ... More >>
Gynecological Oncology Team's Visit To Samoa Highlights Value Of Partnership In The Pacific Region
Wednesday, 29 May 2024, 12:58 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Group's recent deployment of a specialised gynecological oncology team to Tupua Tamasese Meaole Hospital in Apia, Samoa, was a testament to the value of partnership and supportive networks in the region. More >>
Fijian Neurosurgeon Awarded President's Medal At The RACS Annual Scientific Congress 2024
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 1:50 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
Dr Alan Biribo, a seasoned neurosurgeon who has spent years devoted to championing health outcomes for Fijians, was recognised at the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) 2024 Annual Scientific Congress More >>
Samoan Anesthesiologist And Physician Appointed Vice Dean Of ANZCA's Faculty Of Pain Medicine
Friday, 10 May 2024, 10:05 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
In a momentous stride forward for both the field of pain medicine and Pacific communities, Fuimaono Satualafaalagilagi Dr Leinani Aiono-Le-Tagaloa has been appointed as the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Pain Medicine, ANZCA (Australian and New Zealand College ... More >>
PMA's Pacific Health Education Scholarships 2024 Now Open For Applications
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 3:53 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
These scholarships are available to Pacific students and professionals in the healthcare sector, aiming to provide financial aid to deserving candidates. More >>
NZMTS: Visiting Medical Team In Tonga Provides Specialist Surgical Support To Vaiola Hospital
Tuesday, 21 November 2023, 5:10 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) recently deployed a Paediatric Surgical Team of specialists to Vaiola Hospital in Nuku'alofa, Tonga, providing specialist surgical support under the New Zealand Medical Treatment Scheme (NZMTS), funded by the Ministry ... More >>
PMA Chief Executive's Courageous Fight Against Breast Cancer
Wednesday, 25 October 2023, 8:15 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Chief Executive, Debbie Sorensen, wife to Peter Cann, a daughter, loving mother and grandmother, opens up about her personal breast cancer journey for the first time. With unwavering strength and resilience, Mrs Sorensen ... More >>
Remembering Tongan Paediatric Specialist, Dr Toakase Fakakovikaetau, And Her Life Of Service
Monday, 31 July 2023, 10:46 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Toakase Fakakovikaetau, a pioneering paediatric specialist who dedicated her life to serving Tonga and the Pacific region. Dr Fakakovikaetau's efforts to ensure the ... More >>
PACMAT Vanuatu Deployment Complete; Over 1,100 Individuals Supported
Monday, 1 May 2023, 9:20 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association's (PMA) Medical Assistance team (PACMAT) have completed their 28 day mission in Vanuatu, supporting communities affected by tropical Cyclone Kevin and Judy. Throughout the deployment, the PACMAT team travelled to 13 different ... More >>
PACMAT To Deploy Primary Care & Mental Health Team To Vanuatu Following Impact Of Twin Cyclones
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 7:09 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
Following the devastating impacts of tropical Cyclone Judy and Cyclone Kevin in Vanuatu, the Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) will be deploying a Medical Assistance Team (PACMAT) to the island nation, supported by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign ... More >>
PACMAT Deploys Primary Care And Mental Health Team To Wairoa
Wednesday, 8 March 2023, 8:14 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association's (PMA) Medical Assistance team (PACMAT) have deployed a primary care and mental health team to Wairoa today, following a scoping assessment last week in the district. The team will work closely with local health providers ... More >>
PMA Welcomes Appointment Of New Zealand's First Pacific Deputy Prime Minister
Monday, 23 January 2023, 5:24 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) welcomes the appointment of Hon. Chris Hipkins and Hon. Carmel Sepuloni as the incoming Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister for the Government of New Zealand. PMA President, Dr Kiki Maoate ONZM FRACS, says ... More >>
PMA Secures NZ Medical Treatment Scheme Contract In The Pacific
Monday, 16 January 2023, 6:33 pm | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) have secured the New Zealand Medical Treatment Scheme (NZMTS) contract for the next five years, which will see PMA be actively involved in providing specialist medical services to six Pacific Island nations under the ... More >>
