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Jo-Elle holds a Bachelors Degree in Biological Science (Guelph University) graduating with honours. She subsequently completed a Registered Nursing Diploma at Loyalist College. Jo-Elle has worked in a variety of hospital settings including complex and palliative care, acute care and labour and delivery. Jo-Elle specialized in labour and delivery for 14 years, before transitioning to the Trent Hills Family Health Team in 2017. At THFHT Jo-Elle has been able to use her specialized skills and passion in the nurse-led patient programs that involve young family-centred care, well women's health and chronic disease management. She loves connecting with Trent Hills residents and assisting them achieve healthy goals.
Jenny graduated with honours from McMaster University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She started her nursing career in downtown Toronto with Toronto Public Health. Jenny enjoys nursing in the field of health promotion and disease prevention. She chose a career in nursing because of her love for people and science. Jenny began working with the Trent Hills Family Health Team in 2007.
Tori is a dedicated and experienced nurse with a strong background in medical and surgical nursing. She graduated from the practical nursing program from Loyalist College and recently completed her Bachelor's of Nursing from Athabasca University. She also has experience in geriatric, labour and delivery and postpartum nursing care. She is passionate about providing exceptional care and making a positive impact in the lives of patients.
Tammy graduated from the Conestoga College RN program. She holds certificates in wound care from York University, and Diabetes Education from Michener College. Tammy has 35 years of nursing experience ranging from newborns to caring for the elderly with work experience in neonatal intensive care, orthopaedics, post coronary step down unit, long term care and community care. Primary care is where Tammy found her passion and she has remained in it for almost 25 years. Her current areas of specialty include organizing preventive care programs, diabetes care, and well baby visits along with many other programs on a smaller scale.
Amy graduated from the Bachelor of Nursing program at Trent University. She subsequently embarked on a diverse nursing career that has spanned various healthcare settings. Her experience includes roles in community nursing, long-term care facilities, palliative care, and nursing clinics. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to providing high-quality patient care and making a positive impact on the lives of those she serves. Currently, Amy is furthering her education by pursuing a Master of Nursing in Nurse Practitioner studies.
Tara graduated from Nursing and started working at THFHT (formerly Hillside Clinic) in 1997. Tara's interests lie in gerontology, mental health, preventative health and palliative care. She is certified in palliative care and is presently working on certification in thanatology which is the study of death and dying and grief and compassionate counselling. In 2019, Tara identified a need in our rural community for cancer support and navigation. She has since developed and implemented a nurse-led cancer survivorship program for THFHT. She now provides navigation, support, cancer screening and cancer care to newly diagnosed, palliative and post-treatment patients within our family health team patient population. Tara thoroughly enjoys nursing and is delighted and inspired with her new role as THFHT cancer nurse navigator.
Wendy graduated from Nursing and worked at Campbellford Hospital (CMH) on the Medical/Surgical floor and then on Maternity. Wendy then worked in primary care for 20 years. During that time, she attended a Diabetes Education Course at the University of Toronto, three Footcare courses (Basic, Advanced & Diabetic), two Cardiac Education courses and two Nutrition courses through Athabasca University. In collaboration with a registered dietitian, Wendy then developed the CMH Diabetes Education Program and was the coordinator of this program for 22 years. She also worked with the Public Heath Unit as a vaccinator for 10 years.
Jazmin is a Registered Practical Nurse with Trent Hills Family Health Team. She can be found at the Campbellford site working with the Nurse Practitioner team. Jazmin originally graduated at Fleming College as a Social Service Worker and then went on to pursue Nursing at Fleming College. Jazmin started her nursing career at Island Park Retirement Home until making the switch to Trent Hills Family Health Team. She feels she was able to bring her passion for patient care, knowledge and bubbly personality to THFHT.
Stephanie graduated from the Practical Nursing Diploma Program from Centennial College. She worked at Scarborough Hospital for 10 years on the medical and stroke unit. Stephanie has also worked as a fertility nurse where she enjoyed helping people to grow their families. She then moved into the primary care setting in Bowmanville where she worked with a group of seventeen family physicians as the lead nurse. Stephanie is passionate about contributing to our community and providing our residents with outstanding care.
Susan graduated from the Practical Nursing Diploma program from Fleming College and completed Basic and Advanced Foot Care courses at Loyalist College. She then graduated from Trent University with BSc (Hons) Biology and Psychology, Specializing in Psychological Development. Susan has worked in retirement care environments and at the Campbellford Memorial Hospital Medical-Surgical floor. Susan came to the Trent Hills Family Health Team as a staff floor nurse and program nurse and later returned following leave to pursue her degree. She is now happily working at the THFHT providing nursing care to patients and participating in preventative screening and follow-up of hospital discharges. Susan is currently on leave.
Trudy received her Registered Practical Nursing Certificate from North Island College in Courtenay, BC and received Extended Paediatric education with Vancouver Children's Hospital. Trudy has nursing experience including family practice, geriatrics, wound care, paediatrics and quadriplegic care.
NP Dalby has worked at the Trent Hills Family Health Team since 2007. Before becoming a primary care NP she worked as a Registered Nurse in Medicine and Trauma ICU at Vancouver Hospital. As an NP she has volunteered on medical tours in Honduras and Peru. She has also served as Chair of the Belleville NP Led Clinic Board of Directors, as NP member on the Central East LHIN Primary Care Working Group and NP lead on the Unattached Patient Assessment Program. Samantha holds degrees and certificates from Athabasca University (Master of Nursing), Queen's University (Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate), British Columbia Institute of Technology (Critical Care Certificate), the University of British Columbia (B.Sc.Nursing) and York University (B.A.Hons PoliSci/History) . She is a certified Nutrition Coach and a member of the Menopause Society (NAMS). NP Dalby is a preceptor for NP students and residents from Queens University and Athabasca University. She is the THFHT website editor and publisher.
NP Bennett completed her Nurse Practitioner certification after several years of working in remote northern Ontario communities as a Registered Nurse in an expanded role. Since becoming an NP she has worked mostly in Primary Care, with some experience in Oncology and Palliative Care. NP Bennett is currently on leave.
NP Deviney has been a Nurse Practitioner (NP) since 1999 and came to THFHT in 2006. Prior to coming to THFHT, she worked as an NP at Peterborough Regional Health Centre and Lakeridge Health in the Women's health care programs. She worked as a Registered Nurse in Toronto Hospitals in the Intensive Care Unit and High risk Labour and Delivery Units. NP Deviney has also worked as a clinical educator for the McMaster University Nursing program, an assistant professor for the George Brown College Nursing Program, and was a Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Nurse Examiner. She holds degrees and diplomas from Fleming college (Nursing), Ryerson University (Critical Care nursing) McMaster University (BScN), and University of Toronto ( Primary Health Care NP certificate).
NP Lewis joined the Trent Hills Family Health Team in June 2024. She has been a practicing Nurse Practitioner since 2019, working primarily in Northumberland County. She graduated from Trent University with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). She subsequently obtained a Master of Nursing degree from Athabasca University and a post-graduate Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Diploma from Queen’s University. Colleen has worked in Cardiac Care, Surgical Care/Operating Room Nursing, Long-Term Care and Emergency Departments. She worked as an instructor for the Trent University School of Nursing (BScN program) before travelling to Northern Ontario to work in rural and remote Indigenous communities. NP Lewis is honored to be part of such an excellent team with THFHT and considers it a privilege to serve members of the community of Trent Hills.
NP Robichaud has worked as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) at the Trent Hills Family Health Team since 2006 where she has always enjoyed and appreciated the team work and environment. She served as the THFHT Nursing Director for eight years. She is a graduate of the University of Montreal (BA.Nursing). As a Registered Nurse, she worked in surgical care and labour and delivery. She then pursued her education at Ottawa University in the Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program and her Masters of Science degree. NP Robichaud can provide care in both English and French.
NP Allen has worked as a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner since 2012. She has worked in family practice and in a women’s health care specialty position. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Trent University, and went on to pursue a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certificate at Queens University, and a Masters of Science in Nursing at the University of Ottawa. Her nursing background includes emergency, post anesthetic care and geriatric emergency management. She is passionate about the role of the NP and has been a director on the board for a local NP led clinic, and the board liaison for the Alliance for Healthier Communities Ontario. She shares her commitment and enthusiasm for nursing through teaching and is a course lecturer at Queens university in the Nurse Practitioner Program. At THFHT, NP Allen works in Campbellford and Warkworth with the practices of Drs. Read, Parks and Beyls.
Dr. Williams came to Campbellford in 2000 after finishing his medical training at the University of Toronto. Since that time, he has worked at both Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) and the Trent Hills Family Health Team (THFHT) in many leadership roles including; President of Medical Staff (CMH), Chief of Staff (CMH), Chair of the Board (THFHT), and Medical Director for THFHT. Dr. Williams has also supervised Family Medicine Residents in Campbellford for twenty years.
Dr. Ali comes to THFHT with extensive experience providing primary health care to underserved communities in Iraq. She graduated from the University of Mosul College of Medicine in 2013 and then obtained a post-graduate speciality in Family Medicine in 2016. She has been a Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada since 2022. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Ali worked at the Tuz General Hospital in Salahaldin, Iraq providing care to both hospitalized and community patients of all ages. During her time at the hospital, she provided medical service in many care areas including emergency care, obstetrical/prenatal and contraceptive care, and disease prevention and health promotion. Dr. Ali comes to THFHT through the Practice Ready Ontario (PRO) program that integrates foreign-trained physicians into the Ontario health care system.
Dr. Beyls graduated from the University of Toronto’s Family Medicine Residency program in 2017. During her training, she spent her rural rotations in Campbellford and began practicing full time at the Trent Hills Family Health Team upon graduation. She has special interests in hospitalist medicine, palliative care, dementia care, injections and procedures. With academic appointments at Queen’s University and the University of Toronto, she enjoys sharing her clinical interests with medical learners.
Dr. Maraghi graduated from the University of Toronto Medical School in 1986. Since then he has practiced medicine for over 36 years in several settings including the ER, OR assist, hospital care, after-hours clinics, institutional medicine at Warkworth Penal Instituation, research, longterm care and the Canadian Armed Forces as an Airborne Medical Officer. He also practiced sports medicine for 16 years in the OHL. As a certified diabetes educator, he has a special interest in diabetes management. He currently has a busy family practice in Hastings as a part of the Trent Hills Family Health Team. He continues his Walk in Clinic practice in Belleville as well as the Medical Director for Westgate Lodge and Crown Ridge Nursing homes in the Quinte area.
Before becoming a physician, Dr. Parks earned degrees in physiotherapy and physical education, and was a physiotherapist in Peterborough for 17 years. She then completed a Medical Doctorate degree, Family Medicine Specialty, and palliative care fellowship. After doing a 4-month family medicine rotation in Warkworth in 2012, she joined THFHT in 2014. She has a family medicine practice and a palliative care practice at both the Bridge Hospice in Warkworth (acting medical director, member of the Board of Directors) and Campbellford Memorial Hospital (palliative care lead). She delivers palliative care in the communities of Trent HIlls, Quinte West, Belleville, and Peterborough counties, providing community (home) palliative care visits. Dr. Parks has also served on the Board of Directors at Campbellford Memorial Hospital as President of Medical Staff and as Interim Chief of Staff and also served briefly on the THFHT board of directors.
Dr. Read moved to Northumberland County in 2013 and started working at the Trent Hills FHT in 2015. Prior to that he had worked in downtown Toronto for almost 20 years as an Emergency Physician and then as a Primary Care Physician providing care to people experiencing homelessness and/or living in poverty. During that time he also worked for Health Quality Ontario. He has served in leadership roles as Medical Director both at the Sherbourne Health Centre in Toronto and then more recently at Trent Hills FHT during the pandemic and served on the THFHT Board of directors from 2018 to 2023. His professional interests include seniors and dementia care, resident teaching and quality improvement.
Dr. Sheps graduated from the University of Manitoba Family Medicine program - Rural Program in 2014. He practiced in rural Manitoba for 4 years in general practice until moving to Trent Hills in 2018, beginning his practice at the Trent Hills Family Health Team at that time. His primary focus is in-clinic general practice, with a partial focus on cannabis prescribing to patients within the family health team.
Greg earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in the field of Counselling Psychology from McGill University. He holds certifications in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and Change Management (Prosci), and is a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP). In addition to his counselling experience, Greg has worked in a wide range of areas including learning and development, performance management, organizational effectiveness, Employee Assistance Programs, trauma intervention, and mental health and addictions.
Lorri is a Registered Social Worker who works from a client-centred, trauma-informed, recovery model approach. She holds a Master of Health Science degree in Community Health, a Bachelor of Social Work (University of Manitoba) and a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours). Lorri has a background in formal research in harm reduction and addictions and over eight years of primary mental health care experience. She also works part-time as a professor at Loyalist College and works as a social worker at the Bridge Hospice in Warkworth.
Shelley has worked as a Personal Trainer since 2002 and a Nutrition Coach since 2015. She holds a Personal Trainer Certification (CanFitPro) and a her Nutrition Coach Certification (CanFitPro, Precision Nutrition). Her practice focusses on coaching others in lifestyle change including nutrition, movement, sleep, exercise and stress reduction strategies. Shelley graduated from St. Lawrence College in the Medical Lab Technologist Program.
THFHT formally recognizes the traditional keepers of this land and, specifically our neighbours of the Alderville First Nation, with a formal territorial acknowledgement. We reside on the Gunshot Treaty Lands of 1788. On these lands and on the shores of the big lake, the Mississauga Anishinabeg (A-NISH-IN-NAW-BEK) met with the Crown to facilitate the opening of these lands for settlement. Let us be reminded of the responsibility we all have in making sure that we respect these lands and waters that give us life and sustain our livelihoods.
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