National Physicians' Day
May 1, 2021
Happy National Physicians' Day! Today is a day to recognize the contributions of physicians to their patients, communities and the profession. We are grateful for the hard work, passion and dedication put forward by Alberta's physicians, resident physicians and medical students.
We’re sharing stories of inspiring Alberta physicians, resident physicians and medical students featured in our eMagazine, Alberta Doctors' Digest. Click the links below to read their stories.
Shine A Light
- Dr. Setorme Tsikata: Finding fulfillment in treating the whole patient: A family physician applies life experiences to her career.
- Dr. Gregg Robinson: Rural Alberta physician’s career-spanning dedication to the patients of Rocky Mountain House.
- Dr. Daisy Fung: Edmonton physician’s unshakeable commitment to patients.
- Dr. Mzikayise Tshatshela: New physician to Chestermere, Alberta, is patient’s “Shining Star”.
- Dr. Lori Lobay: Born and raised in small town Alberta and a rural general practitioner for 35 years.
- Dr. Remo Panaccione: Technology, science and research … But above all, the patient.
- Dr. Francesco Mosaico: Shine a light upon the entire staff of Boyle McCauley Health Centre.
- Dr. Joni McNeely: Making the connection between a person’s health, their circumstances and their community.
- November - December 2020: Dr. Sanjeev Bhatla – Calgary; Dr. Michelle Dion - Sherwood Park; Dr. Heidi Fell – Calgary; Dr. Tulika Karan – Calgary; Dr. Lai Man Ma – Edmonton; Dr. Peter Mah - Red Deer; Dr. Patricia Pawaroo – Calgary; Dr. Andrea Scott – Edmonton; Dr. Nasreen Sheik – Calgary; and Dr. Wikus Venter - Calgary (nominated twice)
- January - February 2021: Dr Trevor Bernhardt, Dr. Kristen Hemrick, Dr. Duncan Mackey and Dr. Wendy Sligl.
Student Spotlight
- Alex Corrigan: Students helping physicians during COVID-19 - Balancing clinical responsibilities with family needs.
- Asha Hollis, Impacting the world around her.
- Crystal Liu and Mirna Matta: Change-makers and trend-setters.
- Rachel Bethune: Infectious energy, bringing out the best in people
- Students helping their communities SHINE (Students for Health Innovation and Education)
- Maya Liepert: Moving from passion to action
Community Connections
- Dr. Fozia Alvi: Speaking for those who have been silenced.
- Esther Tailfeathers: From candy striper to doctor.
Emerging Leaders in Health Promotion grant program
- Dr. Catherine Cheng: Improving quality of life of seniors with dementia and their caregiver/family members.
- Raising awareness of pelvic floor disorders among refugee and immigrant women: Improving health for immigrant women by developing community health care partnerships.
Physician Wellness #GOAT
- Dr. Robert Chan: Sharing orthopedic knowledge, building relationships and camaraderie.
- Dr. Erica Dance: Supporting wellbeing during the pandemic.
- Dr. Serena Siow: Empowering physicians to achieve sustainable change toward their own wellness.
- Dr. Carmen Gittens: Creating a multi-faceted wellness program.
