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First 24 Ontario Health Teams Announced
Congratulations to the first cohort of 24 Ontario Health Teams and to our many member teams that are engaged and participating in the development of OHTs in their communities, ensuring that primary care is the foundation in the transformation.
Why East Wellington FHT Joined the Guelph and Area Ontario Health Team
Excerpt from The Wellington Advertiser article published December 5, 2019
By Aryn Strickland, The Wellington Advertiser
Joining the GAOHT made statistical sense for East Wellington Family Health Team (EWFHT), which provides clinics in both Erin and Rockwood, according to executive director Kim Bell.
AFHTO members leading Ontario Health Teams
Originally published Jul. 30, 2019. Last updated Dec. 4, 2019
On July 18, 2019, the Minister of Health, Hon. Christine Elliott, hosted a town hall to provide an update on the next steps for becoming an Ontario Health Team (OHT) for those who completed a self-assessment. With more than 150 submissions received, OHTs are being positioned as a new way to deliver care by providing seamless transitions of care for patients and removing barriers for providers.
OCFP recognises AFHTO members at 2019 Awards Ceremony
AFHTO congratulates physicians in our member family health teams who were recognized on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) 2019 Awards Ceremony.
Congratulations to all those recognized this year:
Dr. Jocelyn Charles of Sunnybrook Academic FHT, named 2019 Reg. L Perkin Ontario Family Physician of the Year.
How Rapids FHT's memory clinics can help Ontarians living with dementia
The TVO article published November 29, 2019
By Mary Baxtor, TVO
The estimated 3,000 Sarnians who live with dementia often face long waits and travel times for treatment. But a new kind of clinic could change that.
Annual Priorities for the 2020/21 Quality Improvement Plans
Health Quality Ontario (HQO) has launched the priorities for the 2020/21 Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs).
Using ‘New Power’ to Spark Change
By Dr. Jennifer Young, President, Ontario College of Family Physicians
Bellville NPLC holds "Pap Party" for Cervical Cancer Awareness Week
Quinte News article published October 3, 2019
By Amanda Smith, Quinte News
A local health initiative aimed at women returns again later this month.
October 21 – 25 is Cervical Cancer Awareness week and there will be five local clinics holding a “Pap Party” aimed at catching cervical cancer in the early stages.
Focus on City of Lakes FHT
City of Lakes FHT is pleased to share a video that covers their mission, vision and introduces their interdisciplinary healthcare team and services.
Whether or not you're their patient, you may not be aware of all the things they do. From services to programs to digital health, they're constantly working to create a better healthcare experience for their patients.
Announcing the Bright Lights 2019 Award Winners!
AFHTO has named the winners of our annual Bright Lights Awards.