(Strathroy, ON) – November 28th was declared Physician Recognition Day by Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA) Board Chair, Neil MacLean, Chief of Staff, Dr. Ian Ferguson and President & CEO, Todd Stepanuik. All MHA physicians were recognized and thanked for the important role they play in caring for the sick, advancing medical knowledge and promoting good health to our patients. MHA is very fortunate and proud to have over 150 physicians affiliated with Four Counties Health Services and Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital.
“Physician Appreciation Day provides an opportunity for us to reflect on the many contributions our physicians make, not only to the Community but to the Hospital, and thank them for all they do,” says Todd Stepanuik, President & CEO. “The MHA Family is blessed to have over 150 dedicated and talented family physicians and specialists who provide exemplary care to our patients and truly make a positive difference in their lives.”
“The Board of Directors is extremely grateful for the dedication and commitment of our physicians,” says Board Chair Neil MacLean. “It is truly humbling to witness their never ending commitment to provide quality care to our patients”.
Dr. Ian Ferguson, MHA Chief of Staff stated: “MHA is fortunate to have physicians who are dedicated and committed to providing excellent care to our patients, not only on Physician Appreciation Day, but every day of the year”.
Dr. Jonathan Dreyer, Deputy Chief of Staff, FCHS site, added: “It is a privilege for me to be part of the MHA Medical staff, supporting the continuum of care for our patients.”
In recognition of our physicians, a tree was planted at each hospital location, and hospital leadership hosted a celebration breakfast (Strathroy site) and lunch (Four Counties site), as a small token of our appreciation and thanks to our physicians for all they do.