“Family practice is the best job in the whole world. You have the privilege and opportunity to be there for birth and death, for crisis and chaos, sorrow and joy. You get to save lives, cure disease, and solve crime. There just aren’t many opportunities in life to do those things concurrently.” Passionate advocate. Visionary […]
“Being able to work in an environment that accepts clients where they are and understanding the drivers that impact the ability for some people to communicate and form healthy relationships are what drive me in my work.” Dr. Kerri Treherne has dedicated her 25-year career to providing holistic care to vulnerable populations in Calgary. Since […]
“Medical education is a big part of my practice and an area where I believe we make important contributions as family physicians. I work in a clinical practice where we train residents and other learners every day. It is important to me to ensure that ourup- and-coming physicians have a supportive environment for learning.” Colleagues […]
“Family medicine has allowed me to learn from individuals and communities who experience systemic barriers within the health care system. This has afforded me the opportunity to support my patients in real and meaningful ways.” What Dr. Christine Buchel values most as a family physician is the opportunity to build relationships with her patients and […]
“Continuity of care and strengthening relationships with our patients matter. Understanding that family physicians are the backbone of our health care system, especially in rural communities, is something that has become even more evident during the pandemic.” Dr. Barbara Zelek is passionate about rural medicine and works tirelessly to ensure that the patients in her […]
“Stay open to any opportunities that there may be to meet and be inspired by inspiring people, because it truly is an extraordinary wealth.” Over the past 40 years Dr. Mario Dubuc has distinguished himself through his medical knowledge, compassion, innovative ideas, collaborative spirit, interest in pedagogy, and profound dedication to his patients. Dr. Dubuc […]
“Only when you have a longstanding, meaningful relationship with your patients, built on mutual trust and understanding, can you tackle difficult topics and make a marked difference in their lives.” During his 34 years in practice, Dr. Gordon Hollway has exemplified a strong commitment to family medicine through his work as a comprehensive family physician […]
“The most important thing we do is to be good doctors to our patients. I have a population of patients that I’m very fond of, that I love to work hard for and make sure their needs are being met, and that they’re getting the support that they need.” Dr. Joan Salah has devoted her […]
“In today’s climate of stretched health care resources, patients really appreciate the continuity of care their family physicians can provide. I am proud to be able to support my patients and their families, and to be able to make a difference in my community.” For the past 26 years, Dr. Bernard (Bernie) Holland has been […]
“Family medicine is one of the most difficult things I have ever done. Family medicine is also one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. It is always an honour and a privilege to make a real difference in the lives of your patients. It’s been the most rewarding career!” Dr. Wendy Graham […]
