Kerrobert joins the long list of west central communities getting access to the virtual physicians program.
In recent years, these communities have been hit hard by disruptions in healthcare services, primarily due to staffing shortages and a lack of available doctors. The strain on the healthcare system has become increasingly evident, with recently released documents revealing ongoing pay issues for doctors and other healthcare staff. These issues were highlighted after the second failed attempt to implement the AIMS (Administrative Information Management System) rollout.
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In response to these challenges, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is exploring temporary measures to maintain and support access to emergency health services in rural and remote communities. The SHA has emphasized that recruiting and retaining healthcare professionals remains a top priority.
Kerrobert joins Outlook, Biggar and Rosetown implementing the program in west central Saskatchewan