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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.

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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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"It was the first time that anybody had really done anything coordinated across the province to look at improving the supply and training of physicians for rural Alberta." - Dr. Karen Lundgard, Physician, Peace River

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    2025 Rhapsody Award recipients honoured for excellence in rural healthcare

    The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Rhapsody Awards, which honour individuals who...

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    Brooks physician enhances rural medical training with RhPAP support

    May 1 is National Physicians’ Day.  In recognition, RhPAP would like to thank all the physicians who keep quality healthcare close to...

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  • 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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Featured Stories

  • Mother returns to rural nursing career thanks to international bursary initiative

    Mother returns to rural nursing career thanks to international bursary initiative

    Angelica Romero’s dream to become a registered nurse (RN) is coming true—again.  This month, Romero will begin her role as an RN...

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  • Alberta Rural Health Week returns May 26 to 30, 2025: Celebrating Alberta rural healthcare

    Alberta Rural Health Week returns May 26 to 30, 2025: Celebrating Alberta rural healthcare

    March 18, 2025 – The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) is excited to announce Alberta Rural Health Week will be taking...

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  • Rural nurse practitioner appreciates opportunity for trauma training

    Rural nurse practitioner appreciates opportunity for trauma training

    “Knowledge is power.”  The famous quote originally attributed to Francis Bacon has been around for centuries and still rings true for Sara...

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