September 13, 2024
DRAYTON VALLEY – A newly recruited family physician is now available to provide care to residents in Drayton Valley and area.
Dr. Joel Ukaegbu is working out of the Claro Family Practice and Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre ( AHS Facility). Individuals needing a family doctor can call 780-621-0202 to arrange a meet-and-greet appointment.
“Family doctors are vital to the health of Albertans and their communities,” says Mr. Andrew Boitchenko, MLA for Drayton Valley - Devon. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Ukaegbu to Drayton Valley, where I am certain his knowledge and skills will be much appreciated.”
Claro Family Practice now has five physicians, with a total of 15 physicians serving the community.
Dr. Ukaegbu received his medical training in Nigeria and practised in South Africa prior to coming to Canada. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading and playing soccer.
Alberta Health Services (AHS) continues to recruit for physicians across the Central Zone to meet community needs. AHS has physician resource planners who are dedicated to identifying and pursuing international and domestic physician recruitment opportunities. They work closely with various community partners and organizations, such as the Rural Health Professions Action Plan, and independent physician recruitment and retention committees.
Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, improving EMS response times, increasing access to surgeries, and improving patient flow.
