June 11, 2025
CAMROSE – A newly recruited family physician is providing care to residents in Camrose and area.
Dr. Hafeez Fatima Bhatti is an OB/GYN specialist physician working out of the Smith Clinic and St. Mary's Hospital. Individuals needing a family doctor can call 780-672-2418 to schedule a meet-and-greet appointment or a referral for obstetric and gynecological care. Dr. Bhatti received her medical education and OB/GYN fellowship from the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Pakistan. Before relocating to Canada, she practised as an OB/GYN specialist in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Dr. Bhatti is the 20th physician to join the Smith Clinic.
“I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Bhatti to Camrose,” says Jackie Lovely, MLA for Camrose. “Her expertise in women's health and obstetrics will enrich our community, providing increased access to obstetrics and gynecology care for women and families throughout the region.”
Dr. Bhatti chose Camrose because of its strong sense of community, which she says fosters meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care.
“The rural setting offers a broad scope of practice, allowing me to manage diverse cases and grow as a clinician, presenting a genuine opportunity to meet the growing need for women's health services in the area,” says Dr. Bhatti. “With its excellent quality of life and supportive work-life balance, Camrose is an ideal place to build a rewarding practice and a fulfilling personal life.”
Her hobbies include hiking, reading, cooking, socializing and spending time with her family.
Alberta Health Services (AHS) continues to recruit 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 provides a range of health care services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Our mission is to provide excellent, patient-focused healthcare 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.
