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RhPAP-supported therapist eases patient trauma through nature

Encouraging conversation by gathering twigs and pebbles or taking a serene walk through nature can be effective ways to help people open up about their…

Encouraging conversation by gathering twigs and pebbles or taking a serene walk through nature can be effective ways to help people open up about their trauma and anxiety. High River-based Anna Swanepoel has used the concept in her practice after…

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  • Room with a view a perk for rural medical learners

    Room with a view a perk for rural medical learners

    Their primary goal may be to study medicine, but medical students also learn a lesson on rural life when they stay at...

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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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  • 2025 Rhapsody Award recipients honoured for excellence in rural healthcare

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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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  • Physician Award nominee: Dr. Firdaus Mydeen

    Physician Award nominee: Dr. Firdaus Mydeen

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Firdaus Mydeen  Community: Westlock  Dr. Firdaus Mydeen has a natural talent for building positive connections. ...

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  • Physician Award nominee: Dr. Wesley Steed

    Physician Award nominee: Dr. Wesley Steed

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Wesley Steed Community: Taber Dr. Wesley Steed will find a way to help — even...

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  • Physician Award nominee: Dr. Hermanus Potgieter

    Physician Award nominee: Dr. Hermanus Potgieter

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Hermanus Potgieter Community: Viking  It’s hard to know where Viking’s Dr. Hermanus Potgieter is going...

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