Medal for Excellence and Achievement in Rural/Remote Medicine
Dr. Abdul Mateer is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Drumheller, with unwavering dedication to his community despite the challenges inherent to rural practice.
Rural medicine is rewarding not just because you can make a difference for the individual, but you can make a difference for the community.
Dr. Mateer is known for his unique innovations in a resource-constrained environment, including his work on the implementation of advanced diagnostic tools, evidence-based treatments, and ensuring preventative patient education specialized to ensure optimal health and overall well-being.
Dr. Mateer's leadership within his community is instrumental in improving healthcare access and delivery. His tireless advocacy led to the development of Sunshine Specialty Medical Clinic, a general internal medicine center for the management of acute and chronic adult illnesses, while also building a strong relationship with the Healthy Heart Institute in Red Deer to provide access to cardiac exams, Echocardiograms, and Exercise Stress Tests in Drumheller. Dr. Mateer's ability to bring these services directly to his rural community has provided ease of access to chronically ill and aging populations, helping hundreds of patients extended their lives with optimized medical management.
Dr. Mateer has demonstrated a genuine commitment to the Drumheller community by ensuring he improves access to care. As the only internist in his town, Dr. Mateer is notably always available to help regardless of the time of day. His active engagement fosters trust and strengthens the patient-physician relationship.