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OCFP recognises AFHTO members at 2023 Awards Ceremony
AFHTO congratulates physicians in our member family health teams who were recognized on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) 2023 Awards Ceremony.
Congratulations to all those recognized this year:
Regional Family Physicians of the Year
Temagami FHT offers IV iron infusion in small rural Northern Ontario community
The Temiskaming Speaker published an article on October 11, 2023
By Sue Nielsen
Hamilton Family Health Team says Hamilton Needs 60 more Family Doctors
CBC News published an article on October 17, 2023
By Bobby Hristova
Hamilton Family Health Team and others seeking $22M grant to expand health care in Hamilton and nearby areas.
Hamilton needs 60 more family doctors to ensure everyone in the city has one, according to the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT).
Kirkland District FHT opens community cupboard for those in need
The Sudbury Star published an article on October 5, 2023
To aid those who are a little less fortunate, the Kirkland and District Family Health Team (KDFHT) has created what they refer to as a community cupboard.
AFHTO’s next CEO assumes office October 23
Dear colleagues,
I am pleased to announce that Leslie Sorensen will join Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario as the Chief Executive Officer, effective October 23, 2023. Her appointment follows an extensive executive search conducted in recent months.
FHTs expand pap clinics and well-woman services for those without family doctor in Ottawa Valley
Inside Ottawa Valley published an article on September 24, 2023
Women aged 21 to 70 in the Ottawa Valley now have more dedicated options to prioritize their health.