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Dr. Husni Abdala joins Enderby's healthcare team

Interior Health Authority celebrated the arrival of Dr. Husni Abdalla, an internationally trained family physician, to the Enderby Community Health Centre. Dr. Abdalla joins three other primary care providers and is expected to take on over 1,000 patients, addressing the province-wide doctor shortage.

North Vancouver Island Health has welcomed two new physicians

Dr. Ramiz Alhadi and Dr. Hadi Hmoud, having recently completed the Practice Ready Assessment program in BC, are currently working at the Port Hardy Primary Health Care. Both the doctors have a wealth of knowledge and experience, and have embraced the lifestyle in Port Hardy.

Clearwater welcomes another Family Physician and E.R.-certified doctor

Starting his journey in Nigeria, Dr. Stephen Ayosanmi is now a part of the beautiful community of Clearwater. Dr. Ayosanmi and his family love the warmth of the people and the scenic beauty that Clearwater has to offer.

#WorldFamilyDoctorDay

The Society of Rural Physicians of Canada recognizes the exceptional community health advocacy efforts of rural family doctor, Dr. Onuora Odoh of Houston, BC.

Dr. Mohamed Elbira awarded the Exceptional Teacher Honour at the 2023 BCCFP Awards!

The Exceptional Teacher Honour was created to recognize and celebrate family physicians who are dedicated to teaching and mentorship.

The NAC PRA pathway. An essential bridge to Canadian licensure

Dr. Jack Burak, clinical director of Practice-Ready Assessment—Physicians for British Columbia (PRA-BC) says, “If they pass our robust assessment, we have total confidence that they will practice safely and confidently. And if they decide to move across the country once they have their full license, the medical regulatory authority in whatever jurisdiction they move to will have that same comfort.”

North Peace Primary Care Clinic welcomes Dr. Albiatly

The last of three doctors announced by Northern Health earlier this year has arrived in Fort St. John.
Dr. A. Hakim Albiatly arrived earlier this month, bringing over 25 years of experience in the medical field.

Northern Health welcomes another new physician

Dr. Stephen Akinkunmi, the second of three new doctors announced by Northern Health this year, will arrive in Fort St. John this month.
Dr. Akinkunmi is a family physician with about 18 years of experience and will join the North Peace Primary Care Clinic.

Dr. Aremu welcomed to Fort St. John

Northern Health has given a belated welcome to new Fort St. John doctor, Dr. Aremu.
Dr. Aremu started March 15 and replaces Dr. Oyedeji at the North Peace Primary Care Clinic.

Dr. Remi Oyedeji named Dawson Creek's 2020 Citizen of the Year

The pandemic has seen a groundswell of praise directed to doctors, nurses and public health workers, both in Dawson Creek and across the country. It’s only fitting that the City of Dawson Creek’s Citizen of the Year award would go to a medical professional — Dr. Aderemi (Remi) Oyedeji of the Dawson Creek Medical Clinic.

G.Radhi2-2000x2000-768x768.png — From Bahrain to Canada: A PRA success story

Trained in Bahrain, Dr. Radhi moved to bustling Vancouver alone in order to complete two examinations before entering her PRA route to licensure, subsequently securing permanent employment and a future home for her family.

Dr. Rahdi.jpg — Williams Lake doctor gets top marks in Canada

Dr. Ghaida Radhi received the highest marks of all the practice-eligible candidates in Canada, earning her the Irwin Bean College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP) Examination Award. (Williams Lake Tribune)

Dr. Burak, PRA-BC Clinical Director, talks assessor training with MCC

Dr. Jack Burak, Clinical Director of Practice Ready Assessment – Physicians for British Columbia (PRA-BC), provides feedback on the MCC’s new standard tools and training materials for PRA assessors (Medical Council of Canada)

Dr Odoh ALTc.jpg — Dr. Onuora Odoh, award-winning member of the CHANGE BC Rural Physician Team

The Rural Coordination Centre of BC was honoured to present the BC Rural Health Awards in all three categories on May 12 at its BC Rural Health Conference in Nanaimo, BC. (The Interior News)

14038627_web1_IMG_201814 (1).jpg — PRA-BC physician launches oral health education program

Led by Dr. Onuora Odoh, the Oral Health Education Program launched in Houston,BC - promoting awareness of good health and sharing educational resources with the community. (Houston Today)

Dr Dupleiss ALT2.jpg — Doctors Of BC and BC Government bring international doctors to rural communities

A chance search through Google helped propel Dr Marili Du Plessis from her home in South Africa to Port Alberni, where she has set up a family practice. But it was a joint program of Doctors of BC and the BC government that made the move a reality. (Doctors of BC)

Creston Valley.jpg — Dr. Darryn Storrier to practice in Creston

The Creston Valley Health Working Group has announced that Dr. Darryn Storrier will be joining Family Practice Associates in September. (Creston Valley Advance)

Dr. Abayomi Adetola aims to treat the whole patient and build relationships

New Doctor in Ashcroft Clinic wants to make the town his long-term home (Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal)

Kamloops welcomes new physicians through PRA-BC

For years, offices at the NorKam Healthcare Centre sat empty, with no physicians available to fill the spaces left behind by retiring doctors. But with three new doctors being brought in over the past few months, the centre is once again operating with a full staff, and accepting new patients. (CFJC Today)

8267050_web1_170831-NTC-NewDocs9597KayodeBamigbojeGangadeviLokuwattage.jpg — Two new PRA-BC physicians arriving in Clearwater

Dr. Kay from Nigeria and Dr. Ganga from Sri Lanka help fill medical staff shortage. (Clearwater Times)

Program lures Dr. Naicker across globe to Campbell River

He's only been in Campbell River for three weeks, but Dr. Sathiamurthi Naicker already has a thriving practice filled with patients. (CTV News - Video)

6541tribuneScreenShot2017-03-09at3.17.14PM.jpg — Three new family physicians for Williams Lake

Williams Lake welcomes three new family physicians, including two physicians who completed PRA-BC: Dr. Johann Kriek and Dr. Ghaida Radhi. (Williams Lake Tribune)

B.C. welcomes four new doctors to the North

New internationally trained physicians will begin practising in rural and remote communities throughout the province, including two family doctors in Dawson Creek, and one doctor each in Chetwynd and Fort St. John. (Ministry of Health)

dr radhi.jpg — B.C. welcomes five new doctors to the Interior

Interior welcomes new physicians in three communities: Nelson, Enderby and 100 Mile House. Two doctors will practise in Williams Lake. (Ministry of Health)

Trail to get new private practice/ER doc through PRA-BC

More than a year after its inception, the province’s Practice Ready Assessment BC (PRA-BC) program continues to benefit residents in Interior Health (IH) by linking rural and remote communities in need with family physicians. Interior Health is pleased to welcome five new family physicians in August and September, one in each of the following communities: Enderby, Keremeos, Logan Lake, Nakusp, and Trail. (The Nelson Daily)

5 rural Interior communities to welcome new doctors

Internationally-trained physicians will soon start work in five communities in the B.C. interior as part of a provincial program to provide better primary health care in rural areas. Enderby, Keremeos, Nakusp, Logan Lake and Trail will each be welcoming a single physician within the next month and a half. (Global News)

Enderby welcomes new physician

A new doctor has hung up their shingle in Enderby. Dr. Michael Abayomi is expected to begin seeing patients Monday at the Enderby Community Health Centre. (Vernon Morning Star)

dr nasir full.jpg — New family physician arrives in Campbell River

After completing her 12-week clinical field assessment in Port Hardy, Dr. Samra Nasir has moved to Campbell River to begin her family practice, and she couldn’t be happier. (Campbell River Mirror)

Dr Obanye2.jpg — B.C. welcomes new doctors to practice in the North

Dr. Joseph Obanye calls the Practice Ready Assessment (PRA) “One of the best programs for internationally trained physicians wanting to work in Canada, as it benefits the patients, the doctor and the community in general.” (Ministry of Health)

Dr Saeed2.jpg — Dr. Saeed and Dr. Wahbi welcomed to Logan Lake

Logan Lakers packed the Elementary School gym on the afternoon of Friday, Feb. 12 to welcome Dr. Saeed and his wife Dr. Wahbi to the community. (Merritt Herald)

Nigerian doctors find new home and community in Fort St. John

Two doctors uprooted from their lives and family from Nigeria to practice medicine in Canada. (Energetic City)

Dr Ameh.jpg — PRA-BC brings doctor to Hazelton

When Nigerian Dr. Godwin Ameh first landed as a permanent resident in Toronto, he started from the bottom. Now he’s here. (Smithers Interior News)

Dr Maslowska.jpg — New doctor joins Invermere Medical Clinic

Dr. Maslowska trained at Pomeranian Medical University to complete a medical degree in Szczecin, Poland. She is eager to work with everyone and is especially interested in serving families. (Columbia Valley Pioneer)