A local doctor who has fought tirelessly for North Island communities was recognized nationally for his work last night.
The Society of Rural Physicians is holding its annual conference this weekend in Edmonton. Last night they held their awards gala, recognizing doctors across the country for their community efforts.
Dr. Prean Armogam from Port McNeill was nominated for the Rural Service Award. He’s served Port McNeill and the North Island for 18 years, and worked tirelessly to bring attention to the doctor shortage in the region. He has always spoken up about the critical importance of keeping physicians in rural communities.
He wasn’t selected as the winner but another Island doctor was — Dr. Donald Curtis, a family physician with a practice in Courtenay, received the award. Dr. Jane Bishop from Sechelt was also nominated.
