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RhPAP Let’s Go Rural! event influences student to study medicine years later

A Sundre resident is on her way to becoming a rural physician several years after a spur-of-the-moment decision to attend a medical career awareness event…

A Sundre resident is on her way to becoming a rural physician several years after a spur-of-the-moment decision to attend a medical career awareness event as a high school student.  Davina Choi’s guidance counsellor nudged her to participate in an RhPAP’s…

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  • RhPAP opens bursary applications for new and seasoned ER practitioners

    RhPAP opens bursary applications for new and seasoned ER practitioners

    Sandra Maloney now knows how to watch for possible signs of human trafficking as she works her shifts in the Strathmore emergency...

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  • Rural doctor pursues lifelong dream with RhPAP support

    Rural doctor pursues lifelong dream with RhPAP support

    It’s never too late to go after your dreams—just ask Dr. Foose Onsongo.  The Olds family physician always wanted to offer a...

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  • Pharmacist hopes to make healthcare more accessible to rural Albertans

    Pharmacist hopes to make healthcare more accessible to rural Albertans

    More health professionals are watching the city fade in their rearview mirror as they crave a balanced work and personal life in...

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  • Nominate your rural healthcare heroes for the  RhPAP Rhapsody 2026 Awards today

    Nominate your rural healthcare heroes for the RhPAP Rhapsody 2026 Awards today

    RhPAP is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Rhapsody Awards, which honour exceptional healthcare professionals and teams...

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  • Attraction, Integration, and Retention Toolkit empowers rural communities to strengthen healthcare workforce

    Attraction, Integration, and Retention Toolkit empowers rural communities to strengthen healthcare workforce

    RhPAP is proud to launch the AIR Toolkit—a practical, community-informed resource designed to help rural Alberta communities attract, integrate, and retain healthcare...

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  • RhPAP’s 2024-25 Year in Review highlights a year of rural health impact

    RhPAP’s 2024-25 Year in Review highlights a year of rural health impact

      The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) is proud to share its 2024–25 Year in Review, showcasing the organization’s ongoing commitment...

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  • Flagstaff region hosts evening to thank healthcare team

    Flagstaff region hosts evening to thank healthcare team

    Community leaders in the Flagstaff County region understand how valuable healthcare workers are to rural Alberta and they wanted to show their...

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  • RhPAP-supported therapist eases patient trauma through nature

    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...

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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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