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A legacy of dedication to rural healthcare: Remembering Dr. Peter K. Lindsay

Honouring a rural healthcare advocate RhPAP would like to remember Dr. Peter K. Lindsay for his heartfelt dedication to rural health and the contributions he…

Honouring a rural healthcare advocate RhPAP would like to remember Dr. Peter K. Lindsay for his heartfelt dedication to rural health and the contributions he made as an exemplary board member. Dr. Lindsay was Chair of the RhPAP Board when…

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  • Healthcare teams across the province appreciated during Alberta Rural Health Week

    Healthcare teams across the province appreciated during Alberta Rural Health Week

    Alberta Rural Health Week, held from May 27 to 31, 2024, was a vibrant celebration of the unsung heroes of rural healthcare....

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  • New Magrath physician set up for success thanks to rural experience, RhPAP funding

    New Magrath physician set up for success thanks to rural experience, RhPAP funding

    Paying for a medical degree isn’t easy, especially with a young family in tow.  For Spring Coulee’s Dr. Zach Gorham, RhPAP’s focus...

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  • Virginia Layton: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Virginia Layton: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Virginia Layton Community: Grassy Lake, Alberta Medical school: University of Alberta A former echocardiographer who offered diagnostic heart and carotid tests to...

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  • Stephanie de Waal: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Stephanie de Waal: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Stephanie de Waal Community: Barrhead, Alberta Medical school: University of Calgary Watching her physician father and his colleagues invest themselves personally and...

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  • Alyssa Groves – 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Alyssa Groves – 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Alyssa Groves Community: Champion, Alberta Medical school: University of Calgary Alyssa Groves can’t wait to get back to her roots in rural...

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  • Sydney Hampshire: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Sydney Hampshire: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Sydney Hampshire Community: La Glace, Alberta Medical school: University of Alberta Integrating into your community is a key part to a successful...

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  • Erin Zader: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Erin Zader: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Erin Zader Community: La Glace, Alberta Medical school: University of Calgary A Northern Alberta medical student visualizes herself practising in a rural...

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  • Ryan Scheltus: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Ryan Scheltus: 2024 Rural Medical School Award recipient

    Ryan Scheltus  Community: Clive, Alberta  Medical school: University of Alberta  A medical student looks forward to one day performing surgeries for rural...

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  • Dr. Nicole Cardinal joins RhPAP board of directors

    Dr. Nicole Cardinal joins RhPAP board of directors

    This spring, RhPAP welcomes a new board of director: Dr. Nicole Cardinal. In conversation with Rural Health Beat coordinator Lorena Franchuk, the...

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  • Shining a light on Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Jaco Hoffman

    Shining a light on Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Jaco Hoffman

    Dr. Jaco Hoffman Community: Olds A doctor who breaks down barriers to ensure rural patients’ health needs are at the forefront is...

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  • Shining a light on Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Crowsnest Medical Clinic

    Shining a light on Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Crowsnest Medical Clinic

    Crowsnest Medical Clinic A Crowsnest Pass healthcare team known for going above and beyond for locals and visitors has been awarded this...

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  • Shining a light on Rhapsody Physician Award nominee:  Dr. Debbie Dehlen

    Shining a light on Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Debbie Dehlen

    Dr. Debbie Dehlen Community: Lac La Biche A long-time physician from Lac La Biche is being recognized for tackling the challenges of...

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