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The College will review any complaint received regarding the conduct or care provided by a physician. Find out more about the complaint process.

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About CPSNB

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick has responsibility within the province of New Brunswick, Canada for:

  • the licensing of physicians
  • monitoring standards of medical practice
  • investigating complaints against physicians

In addition to these three primary areas of responsibility, the College is often approached for advice in ethical, medical-legal, and general quality of care matters. The College operates under the authority of the Medical Act and applicable regulations.

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Updates

*New* - Applications Open for Practice Ready Assessment NB (PRA-NB)

2023-10-04

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick (CPSNB) is accepting applications for the Practice Ready Assessment...

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Atlantic Registry Now Open

2023-08-28

Physicians practicing in the Atlantic Region who meet the eligibility requirements can now opt in to the Atlantic...

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Ten family physicians to begin practice in New Brunswick through Practice Ready Assessment program

2025-03-11

Moncton, New Brunswick (Wednesday, March 12, 2025)– The first cohort of 10 family physicians have successfully...

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  1. We notify the physician of the complaint and a copy of it is shared with the physician.
  2. An investigator gathers information about the concerns you have raised.
  3. The physician responds to the complaint, and the response is shared with the patient.
  4. The complaint, responses, and evidence gathered during the investigation are typically presented to the Complaints and Registration Committee, which reviews all evidence and makes a recommendation to the Council of the College regarding the complaint. The most significant complaints may be presented to the Review Committee or a Board of Inquiry.
  5. If a complaint goes to the Review Board or a Board of Inquiry, you may be called as a witness to testify.
  6. The decision regarding the complaint is provided to you and the physician.