Newly recruited family physician now practising in Camrose

CAMROSE – Local and area residents have improved access to primary care with the recruitment of another family physician to the community.

Dr. Kawther Abushagur started practising at the Smith Medical Clinic and the emergency department at St. Mary’s Hospital last month. Dr. Abushagur previously practised in Libya where she received her medical training. 

She is accepting new patients and can be reached at 780-672-2423.

“It’s a pleasure to announce the addition of Dr. Abushagur to Camrose to help care for local residents,” says Jackie Lovely, MLA for Camrose. “Her skills and experience will be an excellent addition to our community.”

With the addition of Dr. Abushagur, there are now 21 physicians at Smith Clinic serving the community and surrounding areas. 

“I am interested in practising in Camrose because it is a beautiful, small, quiet, peaceful city to settle down in, and a wonderful place to raise my kids,” says Dr. Abushagur. “I look forward to working in a place that welcomes all people from different backgrounds.”

Dr. Abushagur enjoys baking, reading, spending time with her three kids and travelling in her free time.

AHS continues to recruit for family physicians across its 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 local Health Advisory Councils, 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.