Category: Public
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Better data, better care with our Quality Improvement Team
In recognition of Healthcare Quality Week we’d like to introduce some of Hamilton Family Health Team’s Quality Improvement Team! Please Introduce Yourself I’m Maryam Ojo, Quality Improvement Decision Support Specialist What Do You Do? A big part of what I do is translate complex health and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) data into meaningful insights that…
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Dr. Jason Aguanno Appointed as Lead Physician
The Board of Directors and the CEO of the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jason Aguanno as Lead Physician, effective Monday, October 5th, 2026. As a prominent Family Health Team in Ontario, the HFHT plays a vital role with the Greater Hamilton Health Network (GHHN) Primary Care…
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Moving like the water: decolonizing medicine with Teresa Joudrey
Medicine comes in many forms. That’s the message that Teresa Jourdey, owner of Santele’s Healing Circles, a business that offers Indigenous-led cultural-based learning circles, wants to share.
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September 30, 2026 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, where we honour the children who never returned home, the survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities. September 30 is also Orange Shirt Day, where we wear orange to show our support for reconciliation and remind us of the enduring truth…
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Join our ADHD for Adults Workshop
Adults living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or wondering whether they might have it, may often navigate challenges that can feel confusing, overwhelming, or isolating. You are not alone. Our ADHD for Adults Workshop Series is led by an interprofessional team, offering clarity, community, and practical tools in a supportive environment. This series blends education with everyday strategies, making it both a…
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World Lung Day, September 25: Helping You Breathe Easier
HFHT’s Certified Respiratory Educators (CREs) support patients living with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and help them better understand and manage their respiratory health.
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Meet Dawn Atwell: The 26 year road from file clerk to clinic superhero
For over 26 years, Dawn Atwell has been an integral part of Crown Point Family Health Centre, and for the last 13, she has led the team as their practice manager.
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A Patient-Led Community Art Project: From Hamilton’s Art Crawl to HFHT’s Waiting Room
Last August, during Hamilton’s Art Crawl, community members stopped by the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) booth and shared their answers through drawings and written reflections. While visiting the booth, attendees also learned about HFHT’s free health education groups and workshops covering topics such as nutrition, medication management, mental health, and muscle and bone health. HFHT staff…
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“Common doesn’t mean normal”: get support for menopause and perimenopause
All people born with ovaries will experience menopause during their lifetime. And yet it’s often not talked about – leaving women and gender diverse patients to suffer in silence.
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Meet Dr. Olawale Ayeni: Family medicine rooted in empathy and humility
Welcome to our new series, The People of Primary Care: the human stories behind the healthcare you receive at your doctor’s office or healthcare hub. For Dr. Olawale Ayeni, empathy has always been at the heart of his work. “People are always referring family members to me and asking if I’m taking on new patients,…