Celebrate Alberta Rural Health Week May 26-30

Rural Health Professions Action Plan

Helping rural Albertans keep healthcare close to home.

RhPAP has helped rural Alberta communities attract and retain health providers since 1991.

About RhPAP

Established in 1991 by the Government of Alberta the Rural Health Professions Action Plan, or RhPAP, is a trusted resource and collaborative partner for rural Alberta communities trying to achieve greater access to health care.

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DrStuIglesias

"If I had to identify one thing that RhPAP has meant to me, it has changed the culture of rural health care to be valued, important, safe, high quality, and worth preserving." - Dr. Stu Iglesias, 2002 RPAP Alberta Rural Physician Award of Distinction recipient

News

  • Nurse practitioners ease the burden for rural Alberta healthcare

    RhPAP plays a crucial role in supporting an array of health professionals as they practise throughout rural Alberta. In this issue, we...

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    Physician Award nominee: Dr. Roderick Oishi

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Roderick Oishi Community: Edson Dr. Roderick Oishi is considered a local legend around Edson.  Whether...

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    Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Debbie Dehlen

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Debbie Dehlen Community: Lac La Biche  A long-time Lac La Biche physician is being recognized...

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    Healthcare Hero Award nominee: Shelaine Woods

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Shelaine Woods Community: Oyen and district A registered nurse (RN) is being credited with stabilizing...

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