September 3, 2024
CAMROSE – A newly recruited family physician is now available to provide care to residents in Camrose and area.
Dr. Dareen Turki is working out of the Gemini Clinic and St. Mary’s Hospital. Individuals needing a family doctor can call 780-672-9850 to arrange a meet-and-greet appointment.
“This is wonderful news for patients in Camrose,” says Jackie Lovely, MLA for Camrose.
“Dr. Turki is a welcome addition to the Camrose medical team, and she is sure to be a great asset to our community.”
The Gemini Clinic now has three physicians serving the community.
Dr. Turki received her medical training and practised in Libya beginning in 2009 prior to coming to Canada.
In her leisure time, Dr. Turki loves to experience different cultures, meet new people, and has recently been learning to ski.
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.
