Unveiling the Thriving World of Rural Nursing Through Jackie McDonald’s Journey
Meet Jackie McDonald, a passionate registered nurse whose love for learning led her to Hinton, AB. Hailing from a four-year nursing program...
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That’s the Spirit: A doctor’s mission to transform rural health care
In the heart of Spirit River, a dedicated family physician is rewriting the story of rural health care. Dr. Deanna Funk, driven...
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Q&A with RhPAP Board Member Dr. Michael Caffaro
Dr. Michael Caffaro joined the RhPAP Board of Directors in 2022 as a representative for the College of Physicians and Surgeons of...
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Embrace Adventure: Thriving in Rural Nursing with Arielle Stuart
Meet Arielle Stuart, a licensed practical nurse whose journey embodies the spirit of embracing new horizons. After completing her training in Surrey,...
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How a city raised nurse came to love the rural practice and lifestyle in Whitecourt
Kristen Belke, a registered nurse, was city born and raised. So, what led her to live and work in Whitecourt, a rural...
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RhPAP sponsors advanced care course for rural health professionals
In mid-June, RhPAP was pleased to sponsor a group of health professionals including rural physicians and nurses as they took part...
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REAL program helps physiotherapist offer patients advanced care close to home
“Dry needling” is so successful for a rural Alberta physiotherapist that he’s expanding his knowledge, so more people with chronic pain and...
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Doctor trades hammer for stethoscope with help from RESIDE program
Dr. Kirk Reid didn’t always have his sights set on becoming a physician, but he knew his future would involve helping...
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RhPAP funds STARS training for Westlock health providers
Emergency departments in rural Alberta often see patients who are in shock. Treating them correctly can be the difference between life and...
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2023 RhPAP Rhapsody Award Recipients Announcement
The Rural Health Professions Action Plan is proud to announce the 2023 RhPAP Rhapsody Award recipients. The Rhapsody Awards celebrate individuals and...
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RhPAP helps grow the next generation of health professionals in Innisfail
(May 29, 2023) Health professionals from the Innisfail region will teach Grades 9 – 12 students a variety of medical skills at...
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RhPAP helps grow the next generation of health professionals in Grimshaw.
(May 29, 2023) Health professionals from the Grimshaw region will teach Grades 9 – 12 students a variety of medical skills at...
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