FFYFP Blog – Honouring National Indigenous History Month
By: Dr. Amanda Wang Spring finished springing and summer has finally arrived. It’s wild to think we are already in June; time has really flown
By: Dr. Amanda Wang Spring finished springing and summer has finally arrived. It’s wild to think we are already in June; time has really flown
By: Dr. Charissa Ho Time sure flies. With this blog, I conclude my six years with the First Five Years in Family Practice (FFYFP) committee
By: Dr. Charissa Ho In honour of National Pet Day (April 11, 2024), this blog post is dedicated to all the pets that get us
By: Dr. Kristina Quan I had the opportunity to attend ACFP’s 2024 Family Medicine Summit at The Rimrock Resort Hotel in beautiful Banff, Alberta. The
By: Dr. Nathan Turner February marks Valentine’s Day and, in Alberta this year, strangely enough, a welcoming thaw after the deep freeze of January. As
By Brandon Ng, Resident Hello to all the incredible family physicians out there! I’m currently navigating the exciting and challenging world of residency. As a
My name is Smitha Yaltho and I feel privileged to work as a family physician. Why? I believe that being a family physician has been the best job any physician can hope to have. I have personally grown in my own abilities and skill-sets with diverse opportunities in ambulatory practice, acute care and work in Facility Living. Working in primary care has been exciting and has also afforded me tremendous opportunities for growth while still remaining stimulating in its complexity. I believe that Family physicians are trusted partners in patient care – every step of the way.
Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I currently have an interest in Physician Leadership and trauma informed care. I have served as a director with the Board of Directors with the Edmonton North PCN, Edmonton’s largest PCN. Thereafter, I have worked as the Director of Medical Services with CapitalCare (also based in Edmonton) for almost 6 years. It is my express wish that my contribution on the ACFP board of directors will highlight the excellence of family medicine that exists right here and now within the Alberta health care system.
What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
Ability to highlight and further support the excellence of primary care right here in Alberta.