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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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  • 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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  • 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 Recipient: Dr. Cecile Lavoie

    Physician Award Recipient: Dr. Cecile Lavoie

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Physician Award recipient: Dr. Cecile Lavoie Community: Bonnyville Compassionate to patients, an exceptional mentor, amazing cook and treat maker....

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  • Healthcare Hero Award nominee: Wabamun Medical Clinic

    Healthcare Hero Award nominee: Wabamun Medical Clinic

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Wabamun Medical Clinic, Tammy St. Louis and Christina Hykawy Community: Wabamun A medical clinic team...

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  • Healthcare Hero Award nominee: Spirit River Pharmacists

    Healthcare Hero Award nominee: Spirit River Pharmacists

    Recognizing 2025 Rhapsody Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Spirit River Pharmacists, Dionne Hjelsing/Divyang Patel Community: Spirit River A pair of pharmacists in Spirit...

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  • Request for Proposals: 2026 RhPAP Biennial Conference Host

    Request for Proposals: 2026 RhPAP Biennial Conference Host

    The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) invites innovative and impactful proposals from rural Alberta communities interested in hosting our 2026 biennial...

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  • Rachel Stefaniuk: 2025 Rural Medical Student Award Recipient

    Rachel Stefaniuk: 2025 Rural Medical Student Award Recipient

    Watching her “baba” navigate cancer in a small rural Alberta community with few healthcare options prompted a Willingdon woman to study medicine....

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