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Honouring and Celebrating our Outstanding Members


The ACFP is proud to celebrate the physicians, students, residents, and clinics who demonstrate what “Excellence in Family Practice” truly means. Read about our 2020 Award Recipients below and consider nominating a peer today!
ACFP Family Physician of the Year
Dr. Andrew Cave, Edmonton

ACFP Family Physician of the Year – South Zone
Dr. Brenda Ireland, Lethbridge

Recognition of Excellence
Dr. Allen Ausford, Edmonton
Dr. Debra Putnam, Calgary
Dr. Roxanne Swiegers, Medicine Hat
Patient’s Medical Home u2013 Outstanding Family Practice
Boyle McCauley Heath Centre, Edmonton

ACFP Student Leadership u2013 Rising Star Award
University of Alberta u2013 Catherine Palme
University of Calgary u2013 Helen Tam-Tham


Family Medicine Resident Leadership Award
University of Alberta u2013 Dr. Derek Chan

ACFP Champion Award
Dr. Kiran Dhillon, Edmonton

ACFP Long-term Service Award
Dr. Donna Manca, Edmonton

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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.