About Us

Our Approach

The approach is based simply on increased collaboration among family doctors who wish to participate.

More teamwork – combined with New Brunswick Medical Society support – will allow doctors more time for patient care.

Key Principles of the Program

Doctors working with the program are encouraged to see patients more quickly.
Participating clinics will be open extended hours, including weekend hours.
If a patient's doctor is unavailable, they will be able to see a different physician with full access to their medical record and history.
Patients may be able to email or call their doctor with questions when appropriate.

Meet the Team

We offer health care services with a collaborating team of health care professionals which includes physicians, nurses, and other allied health disciplines.

Dr. Shantal Bekker

Family Physician

I studied medicine at:

University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa

I’ve been practicing since:

2008

Here’s what I love about Miramichi:

I love walking to work next to the river, the people in Miramichi are very friendly and welcoming and my kids are happy here with their dog and big yard.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

A balanced diet, walking, running, biking, and swimming.

Here’s one thing I’d like all my patients to know:

Prevention is better than cure.

Dr. Jani Human

Family Physician

I studied medicine at:

Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa

I’ve been practicing since:

2014

Here’s what I love about Miramichi:

I chose Family Medicine as I am passionate about helping people optimize wellbeing and quality of life. The town of Miramichi has welcomed me with open arms and I am happy to serve this community to the best of my ability.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

A balanced diet, music, dancing, and fresh air.

My motto:

Life is short, make the most of every day!

Donna Foran

Registered Nurse

I studied nursing at:

Bathurst School of Nursing

I’ve been practicing since:

1978

Here’s what I love about my job:

I love being part of a family team that engages with people of all ages and striving for better health outcomes for them.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

Walk 1.5 hours daily.

Anne Price

Registered Nurse

I studied nursing at:

Bathurst School of Nursing

I’ve been practicing since:

1980

Here’s what I love about my job:

Helping people.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

Love being outdoors.

Jennifer Russell

Staff Member

I’ve been working at the clinic since:

2010

Here’s what I love about my job:

The best part of my job is to be able to help patients and to be a part of a great team. My co-workers are amazing people! We are all like family and love to have a good time outside of work also.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

I love to be outdoors, whether it be going for a walk or just doing yard work with my family.

My motto:

We are all a work in progress and be kind; you never know the battle others are fighting!

Paula Sturgeon

Staff Member

I’ve been working at the clinic since:

2001

Here’s what I love about my job:

I love the connection that I have built with so many of our patients over the years. And I feel so blessed to work with such an amazing group of women.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

I enjoy walking and being in the outdoors.

My motto:

You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take and there is always something to be grateful for.

Mary Allison

Staff Member

I’ve been working at the clinic since:

2018

Here’s what I love about my job:

Working with a great team, helping people, and loving my job.

Here’s what I do to stay healthy:

I love the outdoors and walking.