A Closer Look at Local Physician Recruitment and Team-Based Care
The South Peace Division of Family Practice is pleased to share recent media coverage by CBC that highlights the City of Dawson Creek’s proactive efforts to address physician shortages and strengthen access to primary care in the region.
A recent CBC article and radio interview explore the City’s decision to purchase a local health clinic to support physician recruitment and retention. This initiative reflects a growing recognition of the critical role municipalities and community partners can play in ensuring residents have access to timely and reliable health care.
The coverage also features perspectives from local health professionals, offering valuable insight into the essential role of team-based care. This model brings together a range of healthcare providers-including physicians, midwives, and allied health professionals-to deliver coordinated, patient- centered care. In rural and remote regions like South Peace, team-based care is a vital component of creating sustainable, responsive health care systems.
The South Peace Division of Family Practice continues to work alongside local and regional partners to support innovative, community-led solutions that address physician shortages, strengthen interdisciplinary care, and improve health outcomes across our region.